Healing Rabbi Weinberg

Rabbi Noah Weinberg was recently diagnosed with a serious illness. Each of us can do something to help.

by Aish.com Staff

If you've ever been inspired by an Aish rabbi or rebbetzin...

or by a Discovery Seminar, Jerusalem Fellowships program, or HonestReporting communique...

or by an article or film on Aish.com...

Then the person to thank is Rabbi Noah Weinberg, the revered and beloved founder and dean of Aish HaTorah International. For the past 50 years, Rabbi Weinberg has dedicated his life to helping countless Jews around the world connect to the beauty and wisdom of Torah.

Now you have the chance to give Rabbi Weinberg something in return.

He was recently diagnosed with a serious illness. This is an opportunity to galvanize everyone who has benefited from the work of Aish HaTorah in prayer and spiritual action for the sake of Rabbi Weinberg's recovery.

Here's what you can do:

First, pray for the complete recovery of Yisrael Noach ben Hinda.

Beyond this, each of us can show the Almighty that we want and need Rabbi Weinberg's continued guidance by taking one of his core teachings and committing yourself to grow in that area. Every physical action in this world is responded to in kind by the Almighty. Therefore the collective spiritual development will add to the merit of Rabbi Weinberg, and impact the Heavenly scales in his favor.

Here are some of the fundamental principles of Rabbi Weinberg's teachings that have inspired so many people. Pick an area in which to grow. Whether you work on changing something small or large, every mitzvah performed makes a difference. The key is to make a genuine commitment to change for the better, on behalf of the recovery of Yisrael Noach ben Hinda.

1. Focus on your priorities in life.

a. Get total clarity on your life's purpose and take the time to make a daily cheshbon hanefesh,spiritual accounting. What are your goals in life? What are your strategies to accomplish them?

b. Live with the reality that God loves you. Put your trust in Him. Spend 10 minutes a day working on the Torah's Six Constant Mitzvot, the pivotal commandments that focus us on life's ultimate purpose.

2. Increase your learning of Torah.

The Torah is the Almighty's instructions for living, the blueprint of creation. Whether it's an additional 10 minutes a day or week, designate more time to learn the wisdom of the Torah -- and put what you're learning into practice.

For years, Rabbi Weinberg has taught that we must feel one another's pain. And now it is our turn to put that into practice to help Rabbi Weinberg. The Talmud (Brachot 12b) says: "If a Torah scholar is in distress, one must become sick over him." If we have compassion for Rabbi Weinberg by genuinely sharing in his pain, this arouses Heaven to have mercy on Rabbi Weinberg as well.

Let each of us do what we can to help Rabbi Weinberg -- by storming the Heavens with our prayers, teshuva, and spiritual growth.

Update: December 24, 2008

After undergoing chemotherapy and radiation treatments in Israel earlier this year, Rabbi Weinberg has been recuperating but is still very weak. In the midst of all this, Rabbi Weinberg never stopped moving forward in his lofty goals. He came to Aish HaTorah in Jerusalem almost every day – teaching and strategizing ways to help the Jewish people.

In December 2008, Rabbi Weinberg fell and broke his thigh bone and shoulder. An operation was performed and the doctors are optimistic about the recovery. He is currently in the hospital, undergoing rehabilitation and gaining back his strength.

Rabbi Weinberg is constantly focused on the fact that the Almighty loves us and is watching over us. Through this, Rabbi Weinberg is strengthening others in trust in God's kindness, and has full hope that he will overcome the illness, God willing.

Every moment of the day, somewhere in the world, people are doing good deeds and saying heart-felt prayers in the merit of Rabbi Weinberg's healing. There is no doubt that this continues to have a significant role in Rabbi Weinberg's improved health, despite any pessimistic predictions.

Rabbi Weinberg personally thanks everyone for all their efforts, prayers and concern. It really makes a tremendous difference.

Chanukah is the time that we see how the impossible can become possible, especially for those devoted to fighting for the sake of God and the Jewish people. Yet the passing of time can desensitize us and cause us to accept the status quo. We must not forget the seriousness of the situation and become complacent. We pray that God sends Rabbi Weinberg a full and speedy recovery -- so that he can return to continue to teach, guide and inspire us for many years to come.

Include Your Comments

If you have ever been inspired by Aish HaTorah and Rabbi Weinberg, please use the comment section below to convey your thoughts which will be delivered to Rabbi Weinberg.

Also, Rabbi Weinberg's family is compiling a list of the names of people he has impacted. The list -- currently numbering in the tens of thousands -- will be given to Rabbi Weinberg to encourage him in his battle for good health. If you would like to be included, please submit your name (s) to eyaht@aish.com.

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Visitor Comments: 657

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Simcah Ahavah,
February 9, 2010 1:10 PM

Teary eyes, THANK YOU SO MUCH

someone sent me this link of aish, at first I just only doing browsing, and the section that really caught me up is foundation & the 48 ways of wisdom, every night I spent 3 to 4 hrs reading the article,since we don't access to internet in my work, I copy and paste these to microsoft word then brought it to my work so that I continue reading it, I can say that this website really HELPS me a lot, I know you guys out there feel the same, to my surprise the founder of Aish has died, and while reading this section I am teary eyes, the spirit of teaching of Rabbi Noah Weinberg will remain forever in my heart and will teach it to my family, my own family someday, and to others, as commemorate to Rabbi Noah Weinberg. THANK YOU SO MUCH!

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Heather,
February 23, 2009 5:54 PM

Baruch Dayan Emes

Baruch Dayan Emes to the entire Weinberg family. I was personally involved in Aish in St. Louis and have visited Aish in Yerushalaim. Without Rabbi Weinberg, countless numbers of Jews would be lost to Judaism. What the Holocaust did to the Jews, Rabbi Weinberg, of blessed memory, did to reverse it. My father, ZT"L passed away one week after Rabbi Weinberg and I can tell you that Rabbi Weinberg,will have a friend in Olam Haba. Though they took different paths, my father fought against the Nazis in WWII and then fought in the 1948 War of Independence in Israel. However, he was truly a tzaddik based on the way he treated others, especially his family. Olam Haba must be just a little more holy this month.

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Phyllis Herczeg,
February 7, 2009 5:36 PM

A small tribute to a Giant in Kiruv

To the esteemed Weinberg family. Although I personally have never met Rav Weinberg zzt"l I feel the world has lost a great tzaddik who has brought thousands of Jews back to Yiddishkeit. Truly he was a legend in his time - larger than life. All of klal yisrael mourns his passing. Undoubtedly the legacy of his teachings will continue to be spread and make this a better world until the coming of Mashiach. Zecher Tzaddik Levracha! Hamakom Yinachem Eschem Besoch Shar Aveilei Tzion Veyerushalayim.

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Shlomo Farhi,
February 5, 2009 7:04 PM

The Giant is gone...Understudies unite!!!!

Wow!! I cant believe it. Gone. Who will shake his fist at the tide of assimilation? Who will shout from the rooftops of the world about its insanity,resentment and greed? Who will rally the troops to march forward and fight the fight of Torah wisdom and values? Who,Now if not we?
May Heaven help us!
P.S. ... and to qoute the Rabbi- "I"ve spoken to Him- He wants!"

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R Karan,
February 5, 2009 6:03 PM

Thank you

Thank you Reb Noach Zt'L for all that you have done. My family would disappear into extinction in two generations if you didn't take in my father like you did. Thanks for the Bracha that protected me when I was in harms way in Bavel.
What you started will only continue to grow as you have instilled in us a part of you. Its all in our hands now!!!

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YUDY WEINER,
February 5, 2009 2:57 PM

Baruch Dayan Emes

I was a talmud of R'Noach in 1966 in Yeshivah Mevaseret Yerushaliym.I had the zechus to learn sefer hamitzvot because of him.I will always rememeber his ruach, enthusiasm and love for"All Yidden".We must all have Ahavas Chinam, to bring Meshiach.I will miss his smile as well.May his family have a true nechama besoch sharie availy yerushaliym.Yudy Weiner

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Marco Rocha,
February 5, 2009 2:28 PM

Baruch Ata HaShem dayan emet

B"H
Im very sad to know that the Rav. Weinberg ( of bless memory ) passed away. My humble condolences to al his relatives. Rav. Weinberg, thank you very much for having me in the essentials program at the end of 1997 and beggining of 1998. Thank you for your help to discover Hashem and the emet of the holy Torah.

BD'E Will never forget Reb Noach at my time at Ohr Someach from 9/73 - 6/74. His sincere love and concern for others was such a blessing. He blessed many souls. May Hashem bless us all in his zechut.

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Rabbi Shaya Kilimnick,
February 5, 2009 8:07 AM

Torah Revolution

It was in 1978, Reb Noach was in Toronto he told me that we need to have a Torah Revolution. He had said, if the Bolshevik revolution can succeed, and they had nothing to offer, than a Torah Revolution can change the world and the Moshiach will then arrive. In our discussion I had asked, "What if the Moschiach doesn't arrive?"...to which he excitedly and with his capturing smile said to me, "then Shaya, you and I will have to climb up and 'shlep' him down".....Reb Noach has now climbed up to Shomayim to 'shlep the Moshiach down'......zecher tzadik livracha

brachah,
June 27, 2012 2:10 AM

He did it!

we need more people like him, to bring Mochiach faster n faster!

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David J Weinberg,
February 5, 2009 3:30 AM

Rabbi Noach Weinberg

Although not related to the great man (despite our common family name), I was a student at aish ha torah in yerushalayim for one year, in 2005.
Aish changed my life, with the torah that I learnt and the friends that I made - teaching me that the Jewish People truly are connected to both G-d and each other, wherever we are found.

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Bas~Melech,
February 5, 2009 3:01 AM

our mission will never die

BDE -- R' Weinberg's passing is such a tragic loss for all of us. But I think we all know that what he initiated will live on forever, we will now continue to pass along his inspiration. Aish is still here for us and it's all because of him. May R' Weinberg be a "meilitz yosher" for all of us.

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Zeev Breiner,
February 5, 2009 2:36 AM

REFUO SHLEIMO MIN HA SHOMAYIM!!!

I will not DO on very bad aveiro behalf on your recovering!

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Gary Tolchinsky,
February 4, 2009 11:51 PM

www.jewishbooksforpeace.org

When I helped to start "Jewish Books for Peace" at Aish NY, I remember Rabbi Weinberg's blessing to distribute many free books on Judaism. As the project has started to evolve, I hope that in some way it can be a source of merit to heal this tzaddik who has done so much for the Jewish people and the world.

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David,
February 4, 2009 8:57 PM

Ones Priorities in Life

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
You and your organization have truly inspired me what it means to be a proud Jew. Your book the 5 levels of pleasure has kept me afloat during these tough economic times. When I read your book,visit aish.com, or hear a class from the staff I get inspired. When I even look at a picture of yourself I see a visionary, a man who had a goal to change the world and did. You inspire me daily. I ask my self why I cant change the world for the better as well. May the almighty give you a speedy recovery and help you bring light to the Jewish people.

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Anonymous,
February 4, 2009 8:18 AM

You are like Moshe Rabenu

BS"D
Even though,We are not willing most of the time to write on Internet, In this time, we are going to do an exception, as a tribute and thanksgiving to You.
It will be quiet short, though sincere.
Dear Rabbi Noach Weinberg:
You may know the unbelievable task force that you have created from AisH ha Torah to Ohr Somayach, and it is possible might be that you have "tiny" idea of that you have achieved in the "American Jewry."
But it is also possible, that you are unaware that trough You and thanks to Rabbi Moshe Feldman and Rabbi Nissan Medresh, you give us the opportunity, to come into your English department, do the Discovery Seminar, and put it into Spanish, starting classes and teaching of the Torah Codes Research for most of the Spanish World, almost twelve years ago.
We don´t mean and we are not referring to well know Rabbi Shoshan Gury and the "direct" influence that You did in Chile.
We are not.
We mean, and we are refering to some "other" people and "other" Spanish speaking public, from North Africa to Argentina, trough Miami to Uruguay, until nowadays, almost "hundreds upon hundreds" of people were inspired and became "Bnei Torah", because Hashem obviously, but ALSO because of YOU.
You might may "not know" until now, but now you know.
In Parashat Bamidbar, Rash´i quotes the Gemorah in Sanedrin, that somebody who teach Torah to others sons, become "also" his father.
In this vein, we are "some" of "your sons" dear Daddy, and We can says to YOU dear Rabbi, that we can introduce to You, to others hundreds upon hundreds of "others" sons of yours in the Spanish Speaking World, that you may not be aware, but they are.
We hope, you Will live enough and well to great "and" receive" to Melech ha Mashiach Tzidkenu Bimeerá Beiameinu in good health and well, very soon, BYerushalaim HaBenuiáh.
Despite of that, You SHOULD know, and this We are saying This, that Thanks Hashem and Boruch HasHem, we have had the privilege to learn from organizations and Rabbis that You have created, and because of that, among some other good things, YOU are one of the most unbelievable and incredible Rabbis that EVER existed, EVER, and among some many others Rabbis like ha Rab Amnon Itzjack, You have changed World and Universal Jewry History and that You are one OF THE BEST HUMAN BEINGS, IN THE HISTORY OF JEWISH PEPLE AND IN THE HISTORY OF HUMANKIND, ONE OF THE BEST PERSONS IN THE WORLD THAT HAVE MAY EVER EXIST.
MAY HASHEM GRANT YOU THE HEALTH AND THE STRENGTH TO SEE WITH "YOUR OWN EYES" TO HASHEM REVILED IN YERUSHALAIM IR HAKODESH, WITH MOSHIACH TZIDKEINU BEMEERAH BEIAMEINU, AND SHAKE HIS HANDS, TOGETHER TO MOSHE RABBENU, AND ALL GEDOLEY ISRAEL AND ALL OF AM ISRAEL.
THANK YOU "DADDY".
YOUR SPANIARD SPANISH CHILDREN.
AND THANKS TO THE REBBETZIN, FOR THE WOMEN, AND FOR LET YOU AND HELPED YOU, TO DO YOUS JOB .
A Jew.

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Nancy Millet,
February 3, 2009 10:54 AM

Dear Hashem, Please Heal Reb Noah!!!

Dear Reb Noah, Thank you for everything you've done for me and all the girls who studied with you and the Rebbetzin in Jerusalem. I was your (N.America)PR Director in LA. When you came to visit us you told me, "I had to meet you. You're batting 1000! Every girl you speak to is signing up for the program! What are you telling them?" As I recounted all the (great) things I had been saying (ALL TRUE) I enthusiastically added, "Who wouldn't want to come?" Then you asked me those life-changing words, "Would YOU like to come?" With happy tears in my eyes I held out my hand..."Rabbi, ya mean it! This is my dream!!!" THANKS AGAIN REB NOAH!!! It has been 24 years of miraculous Shabbats! I think of you and I still remember the 48 Ways. I shall continue to pray to Hashem, for your complete and speedy recovery!!!!! Your friend, Nancy Millet

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Rabi Dr Shalom Coleman CBE AM,
February 2, 2009 11:38 PM

Hon Life President Australasian Rabbinate (ORA)

Please convey to Harav Weinberg my sincere wishes for a refua shlema bim'heiro beyomeinu. I am impressed with the work of Aish Hatorah and pray you continue to fulfil lehagdil Torah ul'ha'adira.You are performing a kiddush Hashem for all Jewry and it is appropriate for all Jewry to pray for Rabbi Weinberg's recovery from his present illness and support all Aish Hatorah programmes enabling the Rabbi and his team to continue their magnificent contribution for hizuk Hadat and support for Eretz Yisrael Ha'am veha'aretz

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Anonymous,
February 2, 2009 8:28 PM

refua shelema

I HAVE BEEN PRAYING FOR RABBI NOAH SINCE HE WAS SICK I ASK HASHEM PLEASE TO HEAL HIM AND I THANK FOR ALL HIS TEACHINGS HIS SMILE AND HIS WISDMOM IS GREAT WE HOPE TO SEE HIM HEALTHY.THANK YOY

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Anonymous,
February 2, 2009 11:33 AM

In Gratitude

I have been studying Torah with the teachers from Aish.com for over two years. It has changed the way I look at my life and the life of those around me. I know the incredible insights on Aish.com eminate from the love of Torah in your heart. I pray to G*D for your recovery.

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Morgan Akivaga,
February 2, 2009 7:02 AM

Thank you very much.

i have compiled the 48 ways of wisdom. i Thank Rabbi Weinberg for this wellthought pieces of wisdom.everyday i read the articles and pass them on to my friends to gain from them. i pray that Weinberg recovers fast and continue inspiring people with his articles. once again i thank you.sincerely Morgan Akivaga

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Yisrael Garfield-Turner,
February 1, 2009 9:41 AM

Thank you for helping me find meaning and purpose in life

A few weeks ago my Aish birthright group and I sat in on Rabbi Ken Spiro's Worldperfect lecture. After the lecture, I gave Rabbi Spiro a standing ovation for radically altering my perspective of Judaism for the better. I was so moved by Rabbi Ken Spiro, and the other two Aish Rabbis who came to speak- Rabbi Gavriel Friedman, and Rabbi Jamie Cowland - that I decided to stay in Israel and learn at Aish Hatorah in Jerusalem. I am so happy I did. Each day, I feel like I've had a spiritual, intellectual feast. Thank you so much, Rabbi Weinberg for creating a beautiful institution that is teaching me the beauty of Judaism and life.
I would love to meet you. I hope you have a speedy recovery. , D
Sincerely,
Yisrael G-T

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camille,
February 1, 2009 9:30 AM

thank you

kvod harav, all i can truly say is thank you for bettering my life and inriching it with torah and mitzvot. may hashem send you a full recovery. rabbi, even in a hosptal bed you still inspire people to learn more,say more tehilim and do more mitzvot, you are a true tzaddik and i thank hashem for sending us a gadol like you to lighten up th world.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2009 3:19 PM

If it hadn''t been for Rabbi Weinberg, my life would have been empty of Truth, I would still be foundering on the rocks of nonsense. No words are sufficient to thank the Rov for this turning around of a Jewish life.

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Michael kraft,
January 26, 2009 12:34 AM

Please God, Rabbi is a good man .Answer my prayers

Dearest Rabbi,I am writing you from China.Even though we don't know each other,we do.If blood is thicker than water and we come from the same blood lines.We are one.I pray with a full heart for you everyday and know matter ,whatever our God has in his plan for you.I wish you to know that I care and will pray for you the rest of my life.God gave you a life filled with purpose,I have read and listened clearly to you and thank you for your guidence.I feel it has not only made me a better person .You are an example I will follow forever.Feel better and thank you from the bottom of my heart.Respectfully,Moshe Kraft in China

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Arnold Magy,
January 13, 2009 8:45 AM

Aish helped me return...

Any prayer I make, any Mitzvot I perform are to the credit and speedy recovery of Rabbi Weinberg-Yisrael Noach ben Hinda.

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Tomasz Jacheć,,
January 7, 2009 3:12 AM

Thank you for 48 Ways

Rabbi, I am not a Jew but I study Bible every day. Your wisdom and explanations of the teachings of Torah enriched my life by making me think - constantly. I pray for you in Poland. May God bless you and give you quick recovery.

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Marek Arszulowicz,
January 6, 2009 3:05 AM

thank you Rabbi for your wisdom

I have never met you nor seen you in person. I am not even a Jew.But I appreciate your wisdom tremendously. Some years ago I came across aish.com with 48 ways and since then it became a daily food for thougths for me and my friends. Thank you for your wonderful job. We pray for you. Here in Poland.

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Max Libling,
January 4, 2009 11:23 PM

One time . . .

One time in Jerusalem Rabb Weinberg pinched my cheeks and told me that G-d loves me. I will never forget that. I have learned so much from his teachings and the teachers and Rabbis that have learned from him. Because of Aish I am a happy and confident Jewish young man. I pray for Rab Weinberg and love him and all that he has done and all the people he has helped.

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Michael Gutmacher,
January 4, 2009 10:50 PM

Love

You are the Avraham Avinu of our generation, may Hashem love you with the same love he had for Avraham Avinu.
I love you, thank you for being who you are and all you have given me and the world.

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Randall Bassin,
January 4, 2009 9:34 AM

May G'd bless and heal Yisrael Noach ben Hinda!

May G'd bless and speed a full and complete healing to Yisrael Noach ben Hinda. The Rabbi's works and Aish HaTorah have helped me to become a more educated Jew, and for that, I am grateful.

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Teddy,
January 4, 2009 8:03 AM

Full recovery with more power for Rabbi Wenberg

I am one of the many who have been blessed by the wisdom of the beloved Rabbi. As Solomon said:'For the L-RD giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding.' (proverb 2:6), It has been part of my daily prayer that the Almighty will allow us to draw his wisdom from the well of Rabbi Noah Weinberg. May the L-rd also favor Rabbi to perform multitude of his Mitzvahs. Full Victory and Peace to Israel.

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Anonymous,
January 3, 2009 9:52 PM

May H-shem send Rav Weinberg a speedy refuah shlema and may he continue to teach and reach out to Klal Yisrael. I teach at a hebrew school and refer to the aish website for ideas to discuss. We showed our class the Mumbai film and read the Chanukah-Holocaust spoon story in class. As we all know, the Rav is very important to all Klal Yisrael and we wish him kol tuv. Just wanted to express my hakarat hatov. The Rav is a true inspiration and a proof to the unfathomable greatness one person can accomplish.

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Revkah,
January 3, 2009 9:44 PM

Love and Prayers

May HaShem bring you in this time: joy and contentment, even in the context of this trouble just as your inspiration and kindness is continuing to bring joy and learning to all of us.

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Julie Starr,
January 3, 2009 6:18 PM

Sending you warm thoughts and a full refua shleema

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
So many of us are praying for you for full strength. You have given us all the gift of life....our Jewish Heritage. My 3 frum, observant daughters would not have all their joy from Yiddishkeit, if not for YOU! Thank you beyond words!
Feel well, Julie (Epstein) Starr

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Debora,
January 3, 2009 10:47 AM

Thank You For Being Around

Rabbi Weinberg, I hope I'll meet you and learn from you soon!
Stay alive and well!
G-d willing.

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Anonymous,
January 2, 2009 10:19 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
I had no idea who you were when I listened to your shiur about happiness. Sameach B'chelko. For a whole year I listened to this shiur, over and over again. On days that I was extremely happy and on days when I was on the down side, it always inspired me to recognize the good that I have. Looking back to that time and the time that has passed since, I see how listening to this shiur has changed my perspective on life and has assisted me, and continues to assist me, every day of my life. The recognition that the Ribono Shel Olam loves ME has been a slow recognition and continues to amaze me- when I take a moment to notice. In the zchus of all that you have taught me, and all those that you have allowed me to help- May you have a refuah sheleima bimheira.
~Y.Yekira G.

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Emunah Sohn,
January 1, 2009 11:07 PM

Thank You...

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
You are in my thoughts and prayers everyday. I've kept your article "How To Get Your Prayers Answered" on my night stand for the last several years. I find the wisdom in your article very inspiring and practical. It constantly helps me to define what is most important in life and why... I want to thank you for sharing your wisdom and brachot with Klal Yisrael as we continue to pray for your good health and renewed strength.
With Gratitude,
Emunah

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Adam Nasson,
January 1, 2009 8:23 PM

Rafua Shlamah

May Hashem grant Yisrael Noach ben Hinda an immediate and full recovery and may he receive so in the merit of the unrelenting commitment to saving Jewish neshamas.

I am a Christian and have prayed for your recovery. We are all children of God, whether we are Jews or non-Jews. It is my heartfelt desire that you and your beloved people will continue to be blessed by the graciousness of our Father, the Almighty. May your recovery and work continue to shine and bring light to all people of the world.

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Anonymous,
December 30, 2008 7:57 PM

please keep us posted

Thank you for the update. Please continue to keep us posted. We know that God's will reigns supreme and trust in His timing. We trust that some good will come of this and we are anxiously awaiting to hear all about it ..Prov 3:5

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anonymous-daily,
December 30, 2008 7:51 PM

dear rav noach--i havent written in awhile but it is no indication of my lack of thinking about you and praying for your refua.i have been doing lots of learning and sharing much of your teachings and especially the most urgent call for embracing our unaffiliated brothers and sisters.i pray that all my efforts and those of so many others be a great source of merit to you for a refua shelaima.

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Sandra "Sarah" Calderon,
December 30, 2008 4:42 PM

Bringing Light into the world.

Dearest Rosh Yeshiva Rav. Weinberg,
May the Holy One Blessed Be He grant you a REFUAH SHLEIMA!
THANK YOU is not enough to express the appreciation, gratitude, and love I have for Hashem, the Jewish people, for Aish, and especially to you who brought me to the realization that I was not alone. Thanks to you I rediscovered Hashem. I had an argument with G-d and I quit on life, I moped around being a miserable zombie, I even thought of taking my life. For many years I lived in a very dark place and (Baruch Hashem) Aish.com brought light into my life little by little until it became a burning aish. You helped me rediscover that LIFE is meaningful, that there is a purpose, and made me realize that no matter what G-d was there-ALWAYS. I did not even have to pay a psychologist thousands of dollars, and I hope to use all the money I saved for my orthodox conversion and on tzedakah.
Today Baruch Hashem, My Rabbi's, are your students. I can daven in Hebrew :-) albeit slowly, and I am in the process of becoming shomer shabbos. I attend Torah classes weekly, and on shabbos I attend a shiur on Pirkei Avos. I like to think I have put some of the 48 ways into practice, I am especially working on constant study/being aware of every moment. I have a community in which many members have learned with you in Jerusalem. Although I have a long way to go, I am confident that I will make up for the lost time. Your work has saved my life B.H. I live to serve G-d and b'nei Yisrael.
YOU ARE A TRUE HERO, for bringing more light into the world.
Love
Sarah
P.S. I hope that when you read this petek our prayers for your recovery will have been answered, if not, may be it be soon.
P.P.S A big Thank You to the family of the Rav. I am also praying for all of you.

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Yossi,
December 30, 2008 11:26 AM

A speedy recovery

Rabbi Weinberg, thank you for all you've done and for what you will do once you've recovered. May י,ה,ו,ה, grant you a speedy recovery!

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Anonymous,
December 30, 2008 7:39 AM

Thank you forever and a full & speedy recovery

B"H
Dear Rabbi,til 120,
Our whole mishpocheh thanks you from the bottom of our hearts for helping us to returen to the Alm-ghty and a frum life. There are now 100's in our family that have returned through you and all that you have given us. Please G-d should bring you a full and complete recovery soon. With love and total gratefulness to you and your family and the Aishh family for changing so many lost souls to finally be living their lives with true Torah values. We are waiting to hear good news...

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Matthew Cloner,
December 28, 2008 8:36 PM

Wishing You a Speedy Recovery

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
I was at Aish HaTorah in Jerusalem in July 1979, almost 30 years ago. I still remember meeting you, in your office all those years ago. I was very sorry to hear about your recent health problems and I wanted to wish you a very speedy recovery. I have very fond memories of you and wanted to let you know that you left a very lasting impression on me. I hope we will meet again in the future. I appreciate your commitment to Israel and to our people.

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ester beck,
December 28, 2008 9:41 AM

Refuo Schleimo

May the Almighty send you a refua schleima! And may you continue uplifting the spirit of Jews everywhere !!

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anonymous-daily,
November 3, 2008 4:07 PM

you know how it is when you learn a new word or concept that you never knew and all of a sudden it pops up all over the place??!!!! well thats how i feel about aish and rav noach.i am a frum from birth woman,bh who had no connection to aish till a few years ago when i discovered the website that gets better and better each day!since then i have been priviledged to meet and learn from a diverse group of aish teachers.the common theme of sharing tora and reaching out to ALL jews is very evident amongst them all.and each one credits rav noach and teaches in the zchus of rav noachs refua.it occured to me today after listening to a riveting message from zipora harris ,again in the ravs name and zchus,that rav noach has done true tikun for the original noach---ish tzaddik,who did not reach out to his society and spread the word of Hashem.rav noach weinberg --you have truly impacted klal yisrael and your message is far reaching.you are a true yisrael.may all your teachings continue to spread and be a zchus for your refua shelaima.you are always in my tefilos---yisroel noach ben hinda for a refua shelaima.

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Melissa,
October 27, 2008 2:57 PM

thank you

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,
I wanted to express my Hakaras Ha Tov to you for all of your wisdom and inspiration you have given to myself and my husband over the years. We are both involved in Project Inspire and encourage others to become involved as well. You are still in our tefillos for a Refuah Shelaimah. All the best!

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anonymous-daily,
October 7, 2008 8:01 PM

it has been some time since i communicated to expres my good wishes and prayers to you for a refua shelaima.this is not an indication that i have not been thinking and praying for you.on the contrary,you are very much on my mind.in fact i am very,very busy preparing the fundamental classes to teach them to our frum women.each time i review and teach the classes that you designed i am taken by the brilliance of the presentation.every time i learn and each lesson i teach is a zchus for your refua shelaima.wishing you and your family a gmar chasima tova

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anonymous-daily,
August 16, 2008 10:19 PM

i would like to share nachas with you.i had the priviledge and pleasure of hosting 75 aish uk leaders for shalosh seuda .they are preparing for 200 students to join them on holiday here in the us.the leaders are exceptional ,enthusiastic,caring ,loving human beings.we were all inspired and touched by their sincerity and commitment to their fellow jew.these are the fruits of your labor.may it be a zchus for you for a refua shelaima.

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anonymous-daily,
August 4, 2008 10:06 PM

i continue to pray for the full recovery of rabbi weinberg.since i learned of aish which is not hat long i have the feeling that they are all over the place.aish seems to be growing and spreading tora by leaps and bounds.the nachas alone of what you created should give you the best feeling of good health.refua shelaima

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anonymous-daily,
July 21, 2008 9:46 PM

i was away from computer access for a short while and unable to communicate to you my good wishes for a refua shelaima.it did not stop me however from praying for ou daily.on the 17 of tammuz a friend gathered a group of women to discuss project inspired and what we can each do to reach out to others.aish is spreading tora by leaps and bounds.whereever i go it seems that aish and its accomplishments are discussed.all this to the credit of rabbi weinberg.the website gets more extensive by the minute.i dont have enough hours in the day!!!thank you and the staff of aish.refua shelaima

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Nathan Abraham,
July 19, 2008 9:23 AM

My Prayers for a Complete and Speedy Recover y

My prayers are for a Complete and Speedy Recovery for Rabbi Weinberg...and my respect for the strong and deep love that his family has for him - and for the protection of Israel.

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Channah Goldberger-Mpls,
July 18, 2008 12:30 PM

The holiness of HaRav Yisroel Noach

Although, I myself have never met HaRav Yisroel, I could feel the holiness and I was able to tell write away, that HaRav Yisroel was great. And just by seeing ALL of these letters I really fully understood who I was writing about. I deeply hope that the Rav-May he live to be at least 120- fully recovers and continues helping Jews from all over the world.

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Anonymous,
July 17, 2008 9:43 AM

DEAR RABBI WEINBERG FAMILY,
EVERY MORNING IN MY SHACHARIT PRAYERS I PRAY FOR THE FULL RECOVERY OF RABBI WEINBERG. MAY HASHEM BLESS HIS FAMILY. AMEN. SYLVIA SHEENA

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Gabriel Chammah,
July 11, 2008 1:45 PM

Living Inspired

Rabbi wienberg has made a tremndous impact on my life. Especially his series 48 ways to wisdom which i learn constantly and try to summarize his words as mush as possible to understandthem better. In my opnion he has accomplished more than many people in many lifetimes. He has inspired that If I had a choice to be like one person in this world it would be him. May Hashem bless him with many more years with health and stregnth to continue his woly work which will ultimatily bring the redemption.Amen

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Dov,
July 11, 2008 1:36 AM

May G-d heal Rabbi Weinberg

May Hashem restore Rabbi Weinberg's health and strength and grant him many more good years. The members of our havurah continue to recite tehillim for the rabbi's complete recovery.

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anonymous-daily,
July 9, 2008 10:03 PM

im so happy to hear some good news.Hashem is truly a Borei Refuos.may you feel better and stronger each day as you progress to a refua shelaima.

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Leanne,
July 9, 2008 4:24 AM

Thanks for the update!

Thank you for the update. We continue to think about Rabbi Weinberg and to pray for him.

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Debora,
July 7, 2008 1:05 AM

Good News

I'm glad that you provide info about Rabbi's progress.

May HaShem grant Rabbi Weinberg full recovery and renew his strength.

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anonymous-daily,
July 6, 2008 8:56 PM

my family and i had the pleasure and privilege of hosting aish u.k.for shalosh seuda this shabbos in our home in new york.these wonderful college students with their devoted leaders inspired us.once again yasher kochacha for all the amazing outreach that aish does.may it be a zchus for a refua shelaima.

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Jacob Corcia,
July 6, 2008 8:21 AM

Baruch Hashem for good report we read today!

We continue to say Tehillim for the Rav
B'soch Shaor Cholai Yisroel.

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Anonymous,
July 2, 2008 6:27 PM

Rabbi Weinberg, i cant even describe how much Aish has inspired me and brought me closer to Hashem, and i know that it's all thanks to you. Bezras Hashem, in the merit of everything you have done for us and all the people you have inspired through Aish, may you have a complete refuah sheleima. i am going to take upon myslef a perek of tehillim to say everyday for you :)

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newman,
June 30, 2008 2:03 PM

Dear Rebbe Weinberg, may you recover and live another 30 years...

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anonymous-daily,
June 30, 2008 5:52 AM

im working on the 6 constant mitzvos with my 16 year old son.as you always remind us "veshinantem levanecha"and we should teach it to our children.i am trying.i especially love how you shared with us in one of your lectures how your father a'h always asked you-did you remember G-d today -it is a mitzva and how you took it a step further with you children to ask them who loves them more than anyone in the whole world.of course the answer is Hashem.look how your tora spreads.thank you and refua shelaima

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anonymous-daily,
June 27, 2008 3:45 PM

still busy learning all the tora you teach through the aish website.you are in my tefilos daily.refua shelaima.

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Anonymous,
June 19, 2008 8:07 AM

Very Greatful

As a commuter I was please to discover the extensive library of the Rosh Yeshiva's classes available on mp3. I have since started listening to them daily - and my hashkafat hachayim has changed forever, due to the Rosh Yeshiva's down-to-earth practical approach to life and Torah. I look forward every day to my time in the car with the RY's classes. They have greatly enhanced my life and interpersonal skills. Thank you Rabbi Weinberg for all you have done for me, and may Hashem send you a complete and speedy recovery so that all of Judaism can continue to enjoy your words of wisdom.

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Sheri Deen,
June 15, 2008 7:55 AM

5 Towns Tefilla

The community of the 5 Towns & Far Rockaway have Yisrael Noach ben Hinda in their tefillas for a speedy recovery.

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anonymous-daily,
May 28, 2008 9:10 PM

i''m working very hard preparing to teach the 5 levels to a broader audience.i have enoyed the learning immensely and am amazed how each time i review the material i learn and understand it on a diferent level.i really see it as a work of genius.all the credit to you,rabbi-refua shelaima

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anonymous-daily,
May 20, 2008 8:12 PM

once again i want you to know how much i am thinking and praying for your refua shelaima.as i said i am busy studying the 5 pleasures so i can teach it and spread your tora to others.now i will try it on my 16 year old son.as you taught-it is the shema and we should teach it to our children.i will be very grateful to you for my son to have a head start on what a meaningful jewish life is.i will let you know how he receives this lesson.

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anonymous-daily,
May 12, 2008 6:54 PM

i hope that from across the waters your feeling the impact of all my learning that i hope will be a zchus for your complete refua.not only is all my learning dedicated to you but it is the teachings that you have spread.i have joined the newest aish program,teaching young women who returned to the usa from seminaries in israel.under the leadership of rav coopersmith,rabbi milstein and rabbi salomon i am busy preparing to teach the 5 levels of pleasure.you should feel the greatest pleasure knowing that all your meaningful,creative lifes efforts has spread so far.i pray that the teaching i learned from you and from your students and from all those that you taught should be a zechus for your refua shelaima.

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anonymous-daily,
April 29, 2008 3:53 PM

i hope that you had a wonderful yom tov surrounded by family.i was BH fortunate to have a beautiful yomtov feeling the message of freedom that you spoke of -full of gratitude and thankfulness for all that i am blessed with.i had you in my tefillos and prayed that your physical health allowed you to fully receive and appreciate Hashem's blessings.i also thought of you often as the pesach program i participated in provided us with the wonderful shiurim of your talmid rabbi motty berger.his lectures were delivered magnificently and added much to the spirit of the yom tov.he of course made reference to his rav-rabbi noach weinberg-on many occasion.i am so amazed by how far reaching your teachings extend.your influence is beyond your imagination.may this be a nachas to you as i am sure it is to Hashem .may you be strengthened by your talmidim and by your talmidei talmidim.i am one of them and i am praying for your refua shelaima.

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anonymous-daily,
April 16, 2008 8:41 PM

im thinking of you as i prepare for this yom tov.i hope that you will be surounded by your family and that you will have the menuchas hanefesh and menuchas haguf to enjoy their company as you bring in the chag.may it be a very meaningful yom tov for you.refua shelaima

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anonymous-daily,
April 13, 2008 10:35 PM

i just learned something new from rabbi eli monsour on his shiur for pesach.he taught that for each macca that Hashem brought on mizrayim He broght a refua to klal yisroel rabbi monsour says that the more we talk and learn about the plagues the more Hashem will bring refua to klal yisroel-as the possuk says-'kol hamachala asher samti all mizrayim lo asim alecha ki ani Hashem rofecha.'i will speak much and learn much about the plagues-now in preparation for pesach and duringthe yom tov. my kavana , thoughts and prayers will be for your refua and for all of cholei yisroel.may Hashem be your rofeh this chag hapesach and bring you a refua shelaima.

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anonymous-daily,
April 10, 2008 9:29 PM

my tefillos continue to include you for a refua shelaima.i hope and pray that as the psach yomtov approaches it will bring with it true geula -for you and for klal yisroel

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Vicki,
April 8, 2008 4:08 PM

Through Aish HaTorah I became more observant.

Our prayers for your full and speedy recovery. The Kirv work which Aish HaTorah does enables many people to return to their roots and become more spiritual. Your book,"What the Angel Taught You", inspired and encouraged me to learn more about my Judaism.Thank you! Vicki

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anonymous-daily,
April 8, 2008 6:12 AM

as th month of nissan begins and we prepare for pesach my tefillos for your refua are filled with Hashem's miraculous yeshuos.may you be blessed with a refua shelaima

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Anonymous,
April 6, 2008 11:00 PM

Thank you, my prayers are with you.

Aish Hatorah changed my life, without it I would never have experienced Judaism and would have gone down a far different path. Rabbi Weinberg is an ispiration to me and I hope that he has a full and speedy recovery, and may his love and passion for Judaism and the Jewish people continue to wake up the neshamas of many lost souls.

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sara,
April 6, 2008 9:59 AM

For Rabbi Noah

Your work continues to inspire all of us who move closer to Torah through Aish.com. Thank you, again, Dear Rabbi. Blessings to you and your loving family. ~ Sara

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Anonymous,
April 3, 2008 3:12 PM

Davening for R'Noach every day,and for Rebbetzin Weinberg to have strength.You once said that my tefillos have a special koach, I'm trying my hardest.

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Anonymous,
March 31, 2008 4:53 PM

Refuah Schleima

It was the Aish HaTorah site that made the final click that brought me back to Judaism, which had been lost in the family two generations ago. The inspiration derived from the beautiful texts and teachings are truly life-giving. May Hashem grant Rosh Yeshivah a complete and full recovery.

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Anonymous,
March 27, 2008 5:05 AM

Aish HaTorah changed my life. As cliche as it sounds, it could not be any more accurate. Please know that I am praying for a complete recovery for Yisrael Noach ben Hinda, and I am forever grateful for all he has done for me, indirectly, by being such a tzadik in association with Aish HaTorah.

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anonymous-daily,
March 26, 2008 11:22 PM

last nite i was b'h blessed to marry off my daUghter.among the many tefillos that i said for klal yisrael during that ais ratzon of the chupa ,were special tefillos for your refua shelaima.

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Reut,
March 26, 2008 10:06 PM

Thank you so much for the update. I was just wondering and worrying. I am continuing to keep him in my tefilos.May he have a complete refuah.

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Anonymous,
March 26, 2008 12:40 PM

Thank you

Dear Rosh Yeshiva,

I was studying at sem in Jerusalem in 1995 when I heard about Aish UK Fellowships summer programs and the opportunity to be a madricha on the program.

By the time I was a madricha that summer, I had spent a year in full time Torah study and I''d grown up ''ffb'' but the summer that I did Fellowships really impacted my Jewish identity in a new way.

Not only had I never really had the opportunity to learn about the foundations of Jewish thought, I had certainly never experienced the information in such a down to earth and easily transmittable format.

I subsequently stayed in Israel to do a degree and remained in touch with Aish UK. After graduating, I was offered a job in England with Aish, where I worked on and off for about 10 years. And for the past year I have been working with Rabbi Shore on the AishCafe project.

My whole way of thinking about Judaism, God and life has been forged through the educational system of Aish. And I have had the opportunity and privilege to work for an idealistic and necessary cause for many years.

I feel a bit silly saying thank you because it seems so trite and inconsequential. But "it''s good to say thank you" , so thank you.

Thank you for being a real life example demonstrating that when a person cares enough, nothing can stand in their way. It is scary to care so much. It takes so much commitment and responsibility. It is much easier to turn aside. But all it takes for evil -for ignorance, to prevail is the good guys to do nothing. And we live in a real world with real consequences. And real responsibilities. So thank you for being such a powerful exemplar of commitment and realness and dignity.

Wishing you a speedy, complete and painfree recovery

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Louis Shankman,
March 25, 2008 5:39 AM

I pray that you have a full recovery to good health

I pray that you have a full recovery to good health. There's still a lot to be done!

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darren titan,
March 24, 2008 3:21 PM

Your blessing to me at the Partners Conference

At the recent Partners Conference I asked you for a blessing becuase I was trying to do an outreach project and you gave it to me. Then you did something so wonderful. As if knowing that at that moment i really needed it, you said I will give you another blessing. I bless you that you KNOW the ALMIGHTY LOVES YOU. That meant so much to me, becuase im often hard on myself and I forget. I am going to, bali neder, take this as a mission for myself as a rafuah shalema for you that I will LIVE with the TRUTH that the ALMIGHT truly does love me, and ALL OF US. Thank you for everything, May the ALMIGHTY bless you with a speedy refuah Shalema

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Debora,
March 24, 2008 7:56 AM

There is Always Hope

May God heal Rabbi Weinberg...

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Anonymous,
March 20, 2008 4:03 PM

Thanks is not even the word!!

Rabbi, what you have done is UNBELIEVABLE and beyond inspiring! The entire world has deeply benefited from your teachings and spreading of Torah! We are Davening for you and I wish you a very fast Refuah Shelama!From, a fellow Jew

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Anonymous,
March 19, 2008 3:32 PM

He inspires

Rabbi Weinberg has always been a great help to me to strengthened my faith in G-d. I can't express my thanks to him for his good works. I pray that HaShem will heal him completely through the help of the good doctors.

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anonymous-daily,
March 17, 2008 11:01 PM

i just returned from a fabulous lecture on the five pleasures.it was given by yaakov salomon.he said an example in your name and sent brachos for your refua shelaima.we all said amenmay it be Hashem's will

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anonymous-daily,
March 16, 2008 10:16 PM

i had the great pleasure of reading your book-what the angels taught-this past shabbos.it was powerful and a great addition to my kedushas shabbos.thnk you for all the tora you share with klal yisroel.may it be a zechus for your refua shelaima.

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itzhak salem,
March 16, 2008 8:43 PM

refuah shelemah

want to write REFUAH SHELEMAH for the RAB and hope he continue to teach Torah for many years....

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sheeba,
March 16, 2008 8:55 AM

I am a non jew, but aish is my teacher on long distance( india) Thanks to Aish. May the almighty shower his blessing to you all people of israel.

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anonymous-daily,
March 13, 2008 9:55 PM

we continue to daven for your refua.we also continuously expand our learning in your zechus as we discover more of your writings and teachings.i have purchased your book-what the angels taught ,and i look forward to reading it over shabbos.it goes without saying that i wil have you in mind.may you have a shabbos of shalva and kedusha with menuchas hanefesh and menuchas haguf.

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Chana Weiner,
March 12, 2008 5:42 PM

About Rabbi Weinberg

May the A-lmighty grant Horav Noach Weinberg a complete and speedy recovery and refua shlaima. The Jewish world and Klal Yisroel need him to be well in our time of crises. We need Rav Weinberg's T'filos.

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Chana Blasberg,
March 12, 2008 2:08 PM

Refua shlema to rosh haYeshiva

Thank you for the update. I am thinking so often about my rav! I pray to hashem for a speedy recovery. I owe you so much. Thank you again for this wonderful web site. Refua shlema to ourRosh ha Yeshiva. I will continue to pray to the Almighty King of the Universe to heal my teacher, Rav.d I will do more mitzvot. Refua shlema to HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda l'refuah sheleima.Chana Blasberg

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anonymous-daily,
March 11, 2008 6:32 AM

i was talking to a friend and mentioned that rabbi weinberg needs a refua.she was very upset and has s pecial memories of the rosh yesiva a nd the wonderful rebbetzin dina from almost 30 years ago when she lived in yerushalayim as a newlywed.she said that she lived across from ohr sameach at that time and had many of the boys for shabbos meals.of course she knows from then and on how much tora the rosh yeshiva and rebbetzin have spread.may you both continue to share your tora with all of us till 120 in good health.we are all praying for you.

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Spencer Mandelbaum,
March 10, 2008 7:17 PM

Rabbi Weinberg is my rabbi's great uncle. I know him from Aish as well as his literature I have spent so much time learning from. I pray that Rav Weinberg has a speedy recovery.

Rabbi Noach Weinberg is my Rabbi Shlomo Sprung's great uncle. Their family's intelligence is stunning. Rav Yaakov and Noach Weinberg are brothers. Rav Yaakov was the Rosh Yeshiva of Ner Yisroel, and we all know Rav Noah's position. The two brothers have touched so many souls, and impacted so many Jews and truly changed people's ratzon for the better. Rav Weinberg is such a great man; a tzadik. I have heard him speak, listened to his audio lectures, and read his literature and continue to remain fascinated by his approach to Jewish topics across the board. I pray for his speedy recovery each time I put on teffilin, something I started because of Aish HaTorah! Please G-d, due understand how much more the Rosh Yeshiva has to accomplish in this world, and please let him stick around here on Earth.

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anonymous-daily,
March 10, 2008 5:50 AM

i hope today brings you great physical comfort as well as spiritual and emotional well being.i mentioned before that i am reading and trying to incorporate the 48 ways of wisdom into my life.i have also made a copy of each way with a note on top that it should be read and studied in the zechus of your refua.i am fortunate to have a prayer group and study group in my home every day B"H.the sheets on the 48 ways are circulating among the group .the positive feedback is wonderful.i pass the praises on to you.may these works as well as all the tora that you spread continue to circulate among klal yisrael and be a great zechus for you for yeshuos and refuos.

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anonymous-daily,
March 9, 2008 8:56 PM

i just received a general e-mail with an update on the rosh yeshiva condition.along with it of course came a message of emuna ,bitachon,and hope .we are davening and learning and begging Hashem for His rchamim.we all know that nothing is too difficult for Hashem.furthermore Hashem can bring the refua in a blink of an eye.and most important Hashem is 'borei refuos"no doubt,we all know stories of new treatments,sometimes starting as experimental,that become immediately available and the newest cure.however the refua comes i pray for you that it be fast ,easy and with lots of rachamim.

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anonymous-daily,
March 6, 2008 10:17 PM

a good erev shabbos and a good chodesh adar beis.this has the makings of a splendid shabbos and i pray for you that it comes with menuchas hanefesh and menuchas haguf.i attended a beautiful shiur this week by one of the many wonderful teachers that aish produced.it was on the topic of kedushas shabbos and how to bring more meaning into the day.i look forward to focusing on my relationship with hashem and our tachlis here,in this world-(as she taught ,the word in kiddush-vayechulu shares the same root).my heightened awareness for shabbos is a tribute and a zechus for .may your teachings and your spreading of tora bring you great merit and a refua shelaima.

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Anonymous,
March 5, 2008 10:34 PM

the philtrum answered it all!

as a teenager i was constantly struggling with my yetzer i wanted to go up , but was being pulled dowm. the way for me to stay on the elevated level i was striving for was to be inspired. it was at that time that i found "what the angel taught you" the clarity and lessons of the book truly helped me to prioritize my values and stick with them thankyou rabbi wienberg for your teachings,for your students' who teach torah around the world and for all the inspired individuals that live a life of kedusha because of you. we always learned that when the ponevizher rav wanted to rebiuld his yeshiva in eretz yisroel the ppl laughed in his faced because they thought torah died in europe, and that he was just dreaming, but with syata dishmaya and gvura he fulfilled his dream. like the ponevzher rav rabbi wienberg has taken a dream, a passion for Hashem and his ppl and made it a realitythe face of kiruv rechokim and krovim is shining and growing thanks to rabbi wienberg, may you have a refuah shelaima bikarov and continue to inspire others and serve Hashem bisimca ad meah viesrim biezras Hashem!

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anonymous-daily,
March 5, 2008 9:52 PM

today i went to be menachem avel to my friend on the loss of her mother.during my visit i mentioned that i was once again grateful to her for the chesed that she had shown me in the past when my family was going through a difficult time.that chesed is the one i wrote about before-the woman who thought about me EVERY DAY and sent a postcard with a funny comic attatched daily.as i said i was so moved and inspired by her kindness that i promised to pass the kindness on to someone else in need.well,today i had the opportunity to tell her how much she inspired me and how i have been consistently e-mailing you with my wishes to you for a refua shelaima.well ,no surprise-as you know there is no such thing as a coincidence but,she and her husband are very dear friends of yours.they ,like everyone are saddened by your illness and are praying for your complete recovery.they also spoke of your greatness and your accomplishments.they know you well and are actually in close communication with you.how beautifully amazing our connections are.the chesed your friend taught me ,i now pass on tou you.refua shelaima

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sharon shenker,
March 5, 2008 12:57 PM

thank you

Dear Rabbi Weinberg

As a secular Jew at university, with mainly non Jewish friends, I never knew Aish existed. That was until I won a raffle one day, the star prize, 4 weeks in Israel all expenses paid with Aish UK. I figured what can I lose.

That was the beginning of a journey of empowerment; of opportunity, meaning, understanding, direction, appreciation and potential. It was the beginning of my relationship with Hashem.

You taught me that your choices shape the direction of your life, and only I was in control of my choices. That was 1996.

In your schuss, I studied at Eyaht under Rebbetzin Weinberg, married an Aish rabbi, we have three Torah enthused children that are reminded every night that Hashem loves them. I have led countless trips to Israel with Aish, taught loads and loads of classes in your name, tutored women, brides, children, teenagers, professionals in all areas of Jewish philosophy and law.... It is all in your merit.

When tears run down my face, as I listen to my 6 year old son say Tehillim for a woman trying to conceive, it is because of your vision. When my daughter dresses modestly every day and knows that she is special simply because she is aware she has a soul...its in your merit. When I am searching for a parking space, or looking for my keys, and my children daven out loud to Hashem for His help...It is in your merit.

I share your vision. We live your dream. We are waiting for moshiach.

Your dream changed my world. I am forever indebted and humbled by your dedication and perseverance. As my kids would say, "Refuah Shelaimah, I say as I go. Get better soon from your head to your toe".

With LoveSharon Shenker

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anonymous-daily,
March 4, 2008 10:31 PM

i notice that not all of my good wishes to you are posted daily.i just want you to know that i do submit a comment every day.i hope that you get them even if they are not posted.i think about you,pray for your recovery and learn in the zechus of your refua EVERY DAY.as i said before,i came to know of aish and of the incredible tora that you have spread through the computer and the aish web site.iam amazed.indebted and inspired by your ability to have such a far reaching impact on so many.refua shelaima

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Anonymous,
March 4, 2008 9:51 PM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,Although only having had the privilege to meet you on one occasion, once was all it took to realise what a great human being you are and what a profound effect you have had on countless Jewish souls. the world is surely a better place with you in it. may Hashem grant you a Refuah Shelema so that you can continue to be a source of inspiration to all the people whose lives you transform.

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Anonymous,
March 4, 2008 1:07 AM

Shalom,

My name is Dani'el Kannan, 45, and live in Malaysia.

I am writing to express my deepest Gratitude to Rabbi Noah Weinberg for his articles, which I sincerely believe are divinely inspired and must have come from above, not like the old wit or formulas. His words reached into my heart and has made a profound change in my life, and I'm sure, the lives of many many many more.

I'm deeply indebted and I wish and pray that the Almighty GOD of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob & Joseph,â€¦.the GOD of ISRAEL, will help Rabbi Noah Weinberg recover from this illness, what I hope is only a temporary obstacle & may Almighty GOD bless Rabbi Noah Weinberg so that he may continue to be a blessing to all of us & more.

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Renee Krinsky,
March 3, 2008 2:42 PM

A Refuah Shalmah and Thank You

Dear Rabbi Weinberg: Although we have never met, you and Aish HaTorah have been the greatest influences in my life...a life that truly began when I attended Discovery Seminar. Thank you for your vision, your dedication, your love for us and for Yiddishkeit. Thank you for your teachings of the beauty of living a Torah life. There are no words adequate enough to express my appreciation and gratitude. May Hashem bring you good days and no pain, and may He grant you a Refuah Shalamah.

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:21 AM

I am one of the thousands of jews saved by Rabbi Noah Weinberg chesed, I was a totaly assimilated jew and now I am fully observant and willing to form an observant family. My gratitude to the Rosh Yeshiva has no limits.

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:21 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg:

We sincerely hope that you are feeling better.Several months ago, a good friend of ours gave us some of your tapes to listen to.

Among the tapes were your tapes on the "Evidence of G-d's Existence. We have listened to them over and over again and find them very stimulating and provocative.

We have also listened to some of your other tapes and enjoy them immensely. Your manner of presentation really touches the spark in our Jewish souls.We are baalei tshouva for the last 25 years and have made aliya six years ago.

We have played parts of your tapes to our non religious children who are 12 and 14 years old, and they relate surprisingly well to your presentation.

We treasure these tapes and they have helped us to verbalize what we understood but did not know how to transmit. And every time we play them we bless you.

We pray for your speedy and complete recovery with G-d's help.

We need brilliant, dedicated and selfless people like yourself to inspire ordinary Jews like us.

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:20 AM

Wishing Rabbi Weinberg a Refuah Shlaimah, thank you for providing Kiruv and kindess of such a magnitude, I enjoy friendship and support from Rabbi Kalman Packouz and from your amazing website, e-mails and books.

G-D bless you,

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:19 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

I pray that you receive a complete and speedy recovery. You have changed my life and I know that so very many people are impacted by your wisdom and your teachings. I started reading AISH well over 5 years ago. I had so many questions that were touched upon through reading AISH that it inspired me to seek a Rabbi locally who could help as well. I have a Partner in Torah that calls me each week and is helping me to read and understand my Chumash since I have just finished a class in "aleph-bet". There are so many ways you have touched my life and my husbands. I pray for you to be strengthened and heal completely to continue in your mission.

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:19 AM

I am so saddened to hear the news of Rabbi Weinberg's illness. My husband and I met through an Aish program 12 years ago and have two beautiful children. Without Rabbi Weinberg's vision, I would be nothing. Please add all of our names to your list of those whose lives were changed by this great man:

Elaina Modlin

Scott Modlin

Dina Shoshana Modlin

Aryeh Mayer Modlin

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Anonymous,
March 3, 2008 3:16 AM

I would like to be added to the list for Rabbi Weinberg's recovery. Please tell him that he has changed my life and inspired me to search for 1st class pleasure. I read his books and listen to the 48 ways almost daily and his teachings have made me a better student, co-worker, brother, son, friend, and most importantly they have made me better equipped on my spiritual search for HASHEM. Although I have never met Rabbi Wienberg in person I feel that he has spoken to my heart and mind these last few years since I found Aish.com and he has become such a large part of my life. I know he hasn't heard my voice or any words of wisdom from me, but I listen to his everyday. My father is a great man and has taught me Torah values all my life and he was the one who introduced me to Rabbi Wienberg. Since then, Rabbi Wienberg has been like a second father who talks to me and gives me advice when my father isn't near enough to teach me. My father's gift of bringing Rabbi Weinberg's teachings into my life is truly one of the greatest gifts he could have given.

Rabbi Weinberg is a great man. I pray for his complete recovery.

Thank you.

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anonymous-daily,
March 2, 2008 9:18 PM

thinking about you and praying that your week will be comfortable and filled with good news

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Rivka D,
March 2, 2008 12:45 PM

agnostic to observant

R. Weinberg, through one of your Discovery seminars my husband changed overnight from "tolerating my Yiddishkeit" to wearing tzitzis & a kippah, and today is largely shomer mitzvos even though we are no longer married. Don't cry for me, I have now married my bashert. I think part of the reason Hashem Yisborach influenced me to marry my first husband was so he would eventually become shomer mitzvos.

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Anonymous,
March 2, 2008 10:32 AM

Wishing you well and a speedy recovery.

Thank you for your excellent writings and thoughts which you shared w/ all amd for all. Your writing has been thought provoking and life altering. Thank --- for you and your work. May it be his will that you get well soon.

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Anonymous,
February 29, 2008 12:48 AM

Yeshar Koach

Dear Rabbi Noach, I just wanted to add the obvious. Aish HaTorah is w/o a doubt one of the biggest contributors in our time for Hafazat Yahadut - spreading the word of our Dear Father in Heaven. I am religious, always was, and am inspired by many of the beautiful essays on your sight. May Hashem send you and all of Yisrael a speedy and full recovery so that you may continue this lovely and important work that you are doing. Refuah Shlaymah!

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anonymous-daily,
February 28, 2008 9:56 PM

it is thursday nite as i write to you.i anxiously look forward towards shabbos -the mekor habracha.i pray for you that it be so -a wellspring and source of all bracha for a refua shelaima.

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Anonymous,
February 28, 2008 1:37 PM

heaven can wait!

Rabbi Weinberg,When I read all the comments of lives and generations transformed as a result of your influence I feel glad that you have been blessed to have had the opportunity to do so much for Jewry and the world. It seems to me that you have been able to have utilized so much of your potential. I'm not yet successful in tranforming my life to the degree where I am living as God commanded in the Torah.[I'm north of 55 and started learning at Aish almost 30 years ago] I have not achieved enough clarity to overcome doubts and/or my yaitzer hara is still too strong. I still seem to often serve, both HaShem and the bal. I wish you a speedy and complete recovery for many reasons the most selfish being that I want you to study and glean even greater insights so you can be an even more effective teacher and give us tough cases the tools to help us to battle the yaitzer hara more effectively. Thank you for your efforts.

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Sharon Shenker,
February 27, 2008 9:37 PM

thank you

Dear Rabbi Weinberg

As a secular Jew at university, with mainly non Jewish friends, I never knew Aish existed. That was until I won a raffle one day, the star prize, 4 weeks in Israel all expenses paid with Aish UK. I figured what can I lose.

That was the beginning of a journey of empowerment; of opportunity, meaning, understanding, direction, appreciation and potential. It was the beginning of my relationship with Hashem.

You taught me that your choices shape the direction of your life, and only I was in control of my choices. That was 1996.

In your schuss, I studied at Eyaht under Rebbetzin Weinberg, married an Aish rabbi, we have three Torah enthused children that are reminded every night that Hashem loves them. I have led countless trips to Israel with Aish, taught loads and loads of classes in your name, tutored women, brides, children, teenagers, professionals in all areas of Jewish philosophy and law.... It is all in your merit.

When tears run down my face, as I listen to my 6 year old son say Tehillim for a woman trying to conceive, it is because of your vision. When my daughter dresses modestly every day and knows that she is special simply because she is aware she has a soul...its in your merit. When I am searching for a parking space, or looking for my keys, and my children daven out loud to Hashem for His help...It is in your merit.

I share your vision. We live your dream. We are waiting for moshiach.

Your dream changed my world. I am forever indebted and humbled by your dedication and perseverance. As my kids would say, "Refuah Shelaimah, I say as I go. Get better soon from your head to your toe".

With LoveSharon Shenker

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anonymous-daily,
February 27, 2008 7:07 PM

i hope that you had a good day.i did send you a message on 2/26 but it doesnt seem to be posted.just wanted you to know that i am remembering and davening daily.i was reading way#40 today and it occurred to me that there is a recurring theme in your teachings that apply to parents.in this particular lesson you talk about giving someone the benefit of the doubt.you suggest that one start with his parents and practice judging them favorably.you make many references regarding the love and respect that we owe our parents.i can only imagine what an amazing son you are.the honor that you give them (whether they are alive and with you today or not)and the love and respect that i'm sure you show them by your very essence is a lesson for all of us.i pray that in the merit of your parents and the avos and imahos-all of our parents,that you should have a refua shelaima.

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Anonymous,
February 27, 2008 6:11 PM

A complete and rapid recovery to you

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I pray for your complete and quick recovery, so that you may continue to inspire, educate, and renew the lives and souls of Jews everywhere. Refuah Shleyma.

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Mrs. Ella Schloss-Spiero - Holland,
February 26, 2008 1:56 PM

Wishing you a complete Refuah Sheleima

Dear Rabbi Weinberg:

I daven every day for your for a complete Refuah Sheleima.

Wishing you only recovery and to be strong to overcome this.

Hope you will have a lot of support from your family, the Yeshiva and good friends.

With best well wishes from Amsterdam,

Mrs. Ella Schloss-Spiero

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JBeecham,
February 26, 2008 9:07 AM

Express Gratefulness for your teachings

For 10 yrs I have been inspired, moved and deeply impacted by your teachings. They have given me wisdom to pass to my adult children and a love of Torah.I pray that your light continue to shine brightly in this world, that you might find comfort and healing thru difficult times.

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Daniel Cohen,
February 26, 2008 8:20 AM

although having experienced a lot of pain in order to understand and maybe achieve some of the 48 ways , they have proven energising ,rewarding ,and brought me honor. I am currently trying to understand your concepts on happiness... I wish for a quick recovery . -Daniel Cohen

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anonymous-daily,
February 25, 2008 9:49 PM

as per your wise encouragement,i managed to live life fully today.appreciating G-D's blessings and focusing on the good i had a very meaningful day.i thank you for the lessons i am incorporating in my life as i continue to learn the 48 ways to wisdom in the merit of your speedy recovery.i pray for you that in spite of your illness and the physical hardships that you are enduring that you too can continue to find joyous moments and reasons to celebrate life.i'm sure that it is a greater challenge than ever.reread your own words.you will be inspired anew.refua shelaima.

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B. Ariel Cohen,
February 25, 2008 5:15 PM

pikuach nefesh by Rabbi Weinberg

Out of a conflicted German-Jewish heritage, I used to drive to Chinatown to eat pork on Yom Kippur. Rabbi Weinberg has been a large part of my teshuvah. I am learning to be grateful to be a Jew and how to serve HaShem properly now. May all of your merit and the strength of those you have sustained bring you comfort, and may you have refuah shaleyma.Ariel

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Diaikelys G.,
February 25, 2008 10:43 AM

Rabbi, your teachings have been a blessing in my life. I have found only truth and inspiration in your words. Thank you

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anonymous-daily,
February 24, 2008 9:45 PM

i continue to pray for your good health with rachamim.

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Aryeh Goetz,
February 24, 2008 9:24 PM

I cannot pay you back, I am committed to pay you forward

Dear Rebbe, With deep appreciation for your guidance in my life that put me on the path of belief in G-d and observance of Torah. My wife and I have been blessed with children and grandchildren. You and your Rebbetzin can take pleasure in the efforts you have made for the Jewish people. I cannot pay you back but I have attempted to pay you forward by sharing the Torah I learned at Aish HaTorah with others along the way. I am still trying to keep my eye on the ball.

L'chvod Rosh Hayeshiva shlita,The Five Steps of Walking with G-d. I still review them every day. And so much more â€¦MIrima and I walk our daughter to the chuppa, because of you.Our boys are in yeshiva, because of you.We found one another, because of you.Asher is still my best friend, because of you.I still pursue my dreams, because of you.Our daughter is in seminary in yerusholayim, because of you.I have a releationship with the Creator, because of you.I do a cheshbon, because of you.And so much more, each and every day, because of you.Thank you,b'ahavashimon apisdorf

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anonymous-daily,
February 23, 2008 6:57 PM

shavua tov.i hope this shabbos gave you the menuchas hanefesh and the menuchas haguf that we all pray for you.may it spill over the days of the week till shabbos comes again .refua shelaima

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Margarita Bowers,
February 23, 2008 4:11 AM

Comforting Lessions

Most of your messages seemed to fit the situation that I was going through at the time your words were sent to me.They were lessions I needed to read, and the help I needed right than.Besides there was no other friend here to talk with. Thanks for being there for me, it ment more than you realize.I am praying for you.

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anonymous-daily,
February 22, 2008 2:57 PM

once again i wish you a refua shelaima.i also continue to learn the ways of wisdom in the zechus of your refua.i had hoped to bring my good wishes to your attention every day.i felt that since you have to cope with living and fighting your illness,daily,the least i can do is daven for you daily.that i do with ease-i mention your name in refaeinu of shemona esrei.but i also wanted to give you chizuk by showing you that people,even strangers ,care to take time out to think of others.of course,i wasn't always so tuned in or sensitive to others.but my family recently went through a great nisayon.the outpouring of care and concern from friends and aquaintances was so heartwarming that it literally carried us along.i kept marvelling-'mi ka-amcha yisrael.i hoped never to have to reciprocate to any of those people but felt in my heart to pass on the chesed in the future.this is the zechus of all those wonderful people.i also have a heightened sense of appreciation for their compassion as they persisted in communicating even as i continued to be nonresponsive.one woman in particular would send me a postcard-EVERY DAY-with a humorous comic from the newspaper glued on.i once again am amazed at her relentless chesed.and now as i try to wish you well on a daily basis i can appreciate anew the beautiful people we are a part of .you are a magnificent example of our nation and i wish you a refua shelaima with lots of rachamim .have a great shabbos.

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Rohan Dharwadkar,
February 22, 2008 12:38 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

Not being a jew couldn't keep me from being deeply touched and inspired by the wisdom that Aish disperses. You have made a difference in the lives of people of all countries, religions, races. Thank you so much!

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Simcha Frid,
February 21, 2008 10:42 PM

May you be healhy and see Klal Yisroel's redemption

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

Thank you for the chizuk and direction that you and Aish Hatorah have provided me, through your web-site, books and lectures. I am Frum from birth but never truly appreciated my responsibility to show the beauty of yiddishkeit, to unaffiliated Jews, until I became familiar with Aish Hatorah. At the same time, through trying to understand how to respond to questions that an unaffiliated Jew might ask, I have strengthened my own Yiddishkeit by learning many things, which I wondered about but was unsure.

May you be blessed with good health and happiness. May Klal Yisroel treat each other and look to the creator with unlimited love. May the tide of assimilation be completely reversed, and may the creator bring the redemption speedily in our days.

Refuah Shilayma

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Anonymous,
February 21, 2008 11:01 AM

Reuah Shelima

Rev Noach---prayers for your recovery. Thank you for Aish. I really cannot tell you how much this all means to my learning. Thank you for all of your hard work.

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Steve Goldberg,
February 21, 2008 8:13 AM

Refuah Shleimah from St. Louis

I have been privileged to meet Rabbi Weinberg during his visits to St. Louis, and his nephew Rabbi Simcha Weinberg was our Rav for the three years that he served at our shul in St. Louis.

Aish HaTorah in St. Louis (which I think was the first Aish outpost in North America) is a beloved organization which has helped to bring thousands of Jews back to their roots and provides ongoing chizuk and simcha to our community.

In this merit, may Rav Noach Weinberg be provided with a speedy refuah shleimah.

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Yechiel Aaron,
February 21, 2008 8:10 AM

Refuah Shelemah

We all Daven that you along with all others should have a complete Refuah Shelemah and be Zoche to continue to Learn and Teach Torah and continue doing Mitzvot. All our Love from Israel. Yechiel Aaron and family.

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Debbie,
February 21, 2008 1:40 AM

Thank you Rav Noach

Dear Rav Noach, I want you to know that I simply cannot imagine what I'd be doing with my life today without your having created and guided Aish HaTorah all these years. Back in the summer of '85, I stumbled onto the Discovery Seminar in the Old City, and it lit a fire in me that continues to burn. Your presentation of authentic Judaism spoke directly and deeply to my heart and soul. When I returned to my hometown of St. Louis, the magnificent Grunberger family welcomed me with open arms, and have continued to surround me with their love and support for over 20 years. It's been a long and not always easy journey, but I'm a frum Jew for over 20 years now. I'm living in the beautiful holy city of Yerushalayim, and I'm raising, with Hashem's help, a lovely little Beis Yaakov girl. None of this would be happening if it hadn't been for you and Rebbetzin Weinberg. Just last week the EYAHT alumni celebrated 25 years of EYAHT with Rebbetzin Weinberg. I did a lot of crying, looking around at the alumni, thinking about how much you and the Rebbetzin have given to all of us. There used to be a "myth" going around among the EYAHT girls: that when you and the Rebbetzin were dating, you told her that you want to save the Jewish people. Rav Noach, I don't know if you really said this, but when I look at my life and consider all the thousands of people who have been touched by Aish HaTorah, I believe you have in fact saved the Jewish people. You definitely saved me. Thank you with all my heart. May Hashem send you a refuah sheleimah. Debbie

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rivka olenick,
February 20, 2008 7:05 PM

It was a very special Shabbaton with Rav Noach...

It was some time in May, 1988 that my friends and I had an uplifting Shabbos with Rav Noach. I was in the process of becomming Torah observant and needed chizuk and reinforcement. Rav Noach with his inviting smile and friendly way just pulled us in with his love of Torah and his unwavering emunah... it was an unforgettable Shabbos weekend. And that Sunday afternoon I had a first date with the man I married - that weekend gave me the strength I needed to "move on" with my life. THANK YOU, RAV NOACH... AND MAY THE CREATOR GRANT YOU RESTORED HEALTH SO THAT YOU MAY CONTINUE YOUR PRECIOUS WORK!

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Hillel Soberman,
February 20, 2008 11:54 AM

Wishing the Rosh HaYeshiva a complete and speedy recovery

Rav Noach,Both directly and indirectly through those you have influenced, you have undoubtedly changed the world. Thousands are either newly observant or strengthened in their observance through your efforts. Your personal zechusim are many and no doubt the s'char for your merits will be duely rewarded.

However, we still need your guidance and leadership. There is still more work to be done. Your accomplishments are second to none, but the war of assimilation still wages on. K'lal Yisroel needs our Gedolim.

Please Hashem, grant Israel Noach Ben Hinda a "gantze refuah sheleimah" so that he may continue his devoted work for You. Please grant this refua'ah "bechinam".

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We sincerely thank you for all you've done and hope that the foundations of your efforts will stand for all eternity.

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Tzirel Maik,
February 20, 2008 7:53 AM

How Rav Noach impacted my life even though i have never met him personally.

From a young age my father taught me Taryag Mitzvos due to the teachings of Rav Noach. At the age of Bat Mitzvah i made a siyim and practiced ever since. For the past 6 years i've been teaching a cource on Taryag mitzvos applicable to women today. I'm teaching in a girls High school in San Diego and am zocheh to really inspire the girls thru teaching the Mitzvos.They really Master them.THank you Rav Noach. Our whole school is davening for your Refuah Shelaimah.Tzirel Maik

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Shalhevet,
February 20, 2008 5:28 AM

Thank you, R' Noach, for keeping me frum. It was attending an Aish weekend and Discovery programs for the frum community that showed me the depth of Judaismand to work to form a relationship with Hashe. I have no words to express my gratitude. I daveb for your refuah daily.

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Meira Golbert,
February 20, 2008 12:47 AM

Ad 120!

Rav Weinberg, your dream brought the fire of Torah into my life through Rav Packouz and R. Nightingale in Miami. From being a Reform to nowhere Jew, I discovered the wealth and joy in Judaism and now merit to live in Eretz Yisrael with a loving husband and gave birth to twins at 49! May HaShem bless you with refuah shleima to have koach to touch even more lives!

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anonymous-daily,
February 19, 2008 10:20 PM

i wish i could say something inspiring and uplifting every day.i hope that just knowing that there are so many of us -your friends,fans ,admirers and students that pray and wish for your refua shelaima will be a source of comfort to you.still davening and thinking of you daily.

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Pinchas Avruch,
February 19, 2008 4:54 PM

Lichvod the Rosh HaYeshiva

Your selflessness with Aish HaTorah's resources - sharing your educational programs, staff and know-how with educational and outreach organizations all over the world - has transformed a generation of Jewish education and outreach. May it serve as a profound zechus for your Refuah Shelaimah!

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Anonymous,
February 19, 2008 2:29 PM

For a Refuah Shleimah

Four years ago I walked into an Aish center during a Saturday morning prayer service with the goal of meeting a nice Jewish girl. Well I finally met and married her a few months ago (a nice Jewish observant woman from NY). And from going to Aish over the past few years and reading aish.com and listening to lectures on my "aish ipod" and visiting the Aish yeshiva in Israel briefly I learned about my Jewish heritage and tradition and became Jewish observant. Thanks for everything Rosh Yeshiva and get well fast!

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Boruch Y. Levine,
February 19, 2008 12:21 PM

Thank you for all your mesiras nefesh on the part of klal yisrael. I was deeply moved by your recent video chronicling the trip to the camps. Yasher koach and refuah shleima!

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Shraga Melnick,
February 19, 2008 12:05 PM

Complete Healing

The Melnick mishpacha would like to wish a Refuah Sheleima to Rav Weinberg. the weekly Torah insights from Aish HaTorah are always eagerly welcomed. Interestingly, although I live on Long Island, I am originally from Pittsburgh and noticed that Aish HaTorah is looking to fill an opening there. I guess it's too bad that I have a scientific background and would not qualify. Rabbi Mechanic, from my community of West Hempstead is a valuable member of the Aish community. In truth, whenever one Jew seeks to help other Jews, we are all one big community. My ancestry goes back to Berditchev (my grandfather) and to the Maharal miPrague. I know that the work of Aish HaTorah would be just what the Berditchever Rebbe and the Maharal would have wanted. And so we wish the Rav a COMPLETE healing so that he will be able to help guide ALL of us for many more years.

Shraga and Frumma Miriam Melnick; Orah Baila, Shmaya Aharon and Elana

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Andy Neff,
February 18, 2008 7:55 PM

Changed our lives for the better

Rav Noach -- it is impossible to measure the impact you have had to Klal Yisroel and, personally, to our family -- we would not be where we are today without your personal insights as well as the insights of those you have inspired.

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Ellen,
February 18, 2008 12:57 PM

praying for many more healthy, happy years full of mitzvot for you

Rabbi Weinberg,

Through Aish.com and your students you helped me keep in touch with Yahadut after I left Israel. You helped me cling to Yahadut and learn more. We all need you to continue sharing your wisdom with us and inspiring us, if Hashem will allow this.Todah rabah for all you have done for all of us, and for me personally.Kol tuv,

Ellen

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Ellen Rothberg,
February 18, 2008 12:44 PM

comfort from Aish at the sudden loss of my beloved father

Rabbi Eli Glaser, in the name of his Aish HaTorah teacher taught me the following on the sudden passing of my beloved father: that at the funeral, the only person I had a responsibility to address was my father, to ask his forgiveness. Also, that my father's soul (and all of ours) were part of HaShem, and that was where his neshamah would return. I derived so much comfort from those two beautiful and powerful teachings. Refuah Sh'lamah to a spiritual giant, Rabbi Weinberg.

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Emilio Ruiz,
February 18, 2008 10:17 AM

Thank you Rabbi Weinberg

Dear Rabbi Weinberg thank you from Spain for your wonderful site and for your wonderful work.I have noticed about your illness, i pray for your health and i want you know that through Aish ha Torah I knew much better the Holy Torah and the Judaism and my life has changed.I hope this encouraged you to continue recovering your health. With my best wishes:Emilio Ruiz

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Anonymous,
February 18, 2008 8:50 AM

Good news!

I am happy to know that our dear rabbai is feeling much better.baroukh hashem!

Dear Rabbi Weinberg: Aish.com and Shabbat Shalom Weekly are gifts to the world. Thank you for the magnificent space of soul nourishment. The Wall is last stop before closing my laptop Thank You for the peace of this space of learning, healing, comfort and prayer.Sending prayers for your complete recovery Dear Rabbi WeinbergSamantha

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michael shahkoohi,
February 17, 2008 10:20 PM

I appriciate you

in this wide world, there is one place i can always visit and trust, no matter where i am , and thats aish.com, I commited daily visit and daily study, I appriciate you,dear rabbi , you know better than others, when you receive the light,no desease can exist no sickness can be,lets do it one more time,receive more light, may GOD bless you and guard you,May GOD shine His countenance toward you and be gracious to you,May GOD lift up His countenance toward you and give you peace. shalom

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Anonymous,
February 17, 2008 9:18 PM

Rabbi Weinberg and Aish.com have raised my spiritual level much higher than it may ever have been otherwise

I first started reading articles from Aish.com in 2002, and have learned so much in the years since then. I am on a somewhat individual journey, and am not within walking distance to a schul, so I've spent many a Shabbos reading articles that I printed ahead. The clear and definitive logic has lead me to belief and faith and inspiration, and is beginning to impact other members of my family. I am very grateful to have the opportunity to learn this way. Thank you so much.

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anonymous-daily,
February 17, 2008 9:05 PM

hope today was a good day and tomorrow an even better one.refua shelaima

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Bernard Weinbach,
February 17, 2008 8:53 PM

may you have a refuah shlemah...I am constantly inspired by the Aish.com website.

.I am constantly inspired by the Aish.com website.

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Melanie Jordi,
February 17, 2008 4:25 PM

Thank you!

I just want to thank you very much for all the inspiring articles I could read from Aish HaTorah. There are always lots of difficulties in life but Aish has taught me to see things positive and to be happy and has always encouraged me to learn Torah and to improve my character. I am so grateful for that!!! You know I haven't got a jewish community. I am just a young woman somewhere in the world. Until now I even don't know if I have jewish ancestors. But I believe in G-d and Aish HaTorah is my community. Many thanks for your work!I pray for you!

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Lois,
February 17, 2008 3:32 PM

THank you for your inspiration and thoughts that help me get through my day. I have a son in the Israeli Army and with your strength I know he'll be safe.

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Mariam,
February 17, 2008 2:57 PM

We pray for you

Your kindness and wisdom has been spread all over the world. Your smile alone works wonders....May you be blessed with a complete and speedy recovery.

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Lane Adams,
February 17, 2008 2:43 PM

Hope when I needed it

Aish gave me a place of refuge when my father (zichrono levrachah) was sick--a place to look for answers and be reminded of the power of Hashem and of my faith. For it and for you, Rabbi Weinberg, I am grateful.

May Hashem grant you refuah shlemah, dear Rabbi. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

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C. Rosenblum,
February 17, 2008 11:33 AM

Unimaginable

The impact the Rosh Yeshiva has had and continues to have on myself personally and the entire world is simply unimaginable. May it be G-ds will that his vision, strength and message continue to resonate for many years to come. Refuah sheleima.

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Nathaniel Jacob,
February 17, 2008 10:56 AM

Rebbe, you have saved my life.

After returning from my year in Israel two years ago, I found my neshama in absolute peril as I experienced the culture shock of University life in Western Society, searching hopelessly for a single yarmulkeh. Allocating less and less time for steady chavrusas or shiurim, I bought the Aishpod to try out your shiurim. Between your own classes(6 constant mitzvos, etc.) as well as the other halacha, mussar, parasha, and philosophy shiurum from your yeshiva, which I listen to throughout the day, I finally feel, once again, back in Yeshiva, with words of Torah echoing in my mind, thoroughly washing away the superficial world around me. We have never met and you are my Rebbe. You have provided the strongest foundation for yiddeshkeit within my soul to withstand the pressures of this society (until we make aliyah, b'H), and the Torah and mitzvos that my children, b'H, will study and fulfill will be because of you and the ongoing and boundless enterprise of Kedusha of Aish HaTorah. Refuah Sheleima, Rebbe.

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Lee,
February 17, 2008 10:51 AM

Thank you for sharing your wisdom.

Rabbi Noah, I am not Jewish, but I often find myself turning to your articles to gain wisdom and understanding. If you don't mind, I will join my prayers to those of your people for your complete recovery.

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Anita Cvetkovic,
February 17, 2008 6:04 AM

From those who seek the skies

Dear Rabbi Weinberg!With your guidance I perceive Judaism as a pure knowledge. I am praying with all my heart for your recovery.Anita

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Patti,
February 16, 2008 11:45 PM

Thank you

I will daven for G-d's help in healing you..You have done many wonderful things for all of us secular Jews..bringing us back spiritually..I am most grateful for aish.com and all it has offered and continues to offer me..Be well Rabbi Noah..

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David Aronson,
February 16, 2008 11:40 PM

Thank you for the teachings

With your help, I am continually aiming to achieve:

1. Focus on your priorities in life.

a. Get total clarity on your life's purpose.

My stated goal is to spread joy and happiness. The more I focus on this, the easier it is to do and the better I feel. Thank you!

b. Live with the reality that God loves you.

I try to have this in mind at all time. I tell it to my kids every night before they go to sleep, and often during the day. Thank you!

Get well swiftly,David

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Ariel Roisman,
February 16, 2008 4:09 PM

to pay back

all of us have been influenced by the work of Rabbi Weinberg, so lets put or prayers to heal him. we how him and this is the best to pay him back.

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lawrence melzer,
February 16, 2008 4:07 PM

refuah shleima

may hashem bless you with a speedy recovery so you can continue your great work. you have had a tremendous impact on my family and much of our avodas hashem is in your merit.

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May Sarah,
February 15, 2008 3:21 PM

Rabbi, Aish influenced my younger brother so much that now he lives in Israel with his family. At first it was difficult, we are Misrakhi jews, traditional, and do not have our faith labled, as reform, conservative or Urtodox. Be that as it may, it affected all of us.I am married to a non-jew, however, our home is jewish, I have recently through Rabbi Hoch (?) in toronto have a partner in Torah and am learning. Having said all the above, meeting a Katzidik jew and his wife, doubled my wanting to get closer to H"S", so dear Rabbi, you will have my prayers, you have done a lot for humanity, and not only for jewish people. H"S" is watching over you, May Sarah

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Jos Westerbeke,
February 15, 2008 2:45 PM

Much learned

Dear rabbi, I am from Holland and I will thank you for the great opportunity you give me to learn about Judaism. I wonder that in our days the Word of God revealed itself to all the people through internet. I will go on and learn at Aish.com!

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Inna Saman,
February 15, 2008 12:45 PM

Changed my life

Dear Rabbi Weinberg, May Hashem grant you a refuah sheilamah very soon! I've been reading "aish.com" since 2000. The articles changed my life and effected everything I do: my marriage, parenting, career, relationships with my parents and god. With each new article and lecture, my whole family (my husband, kids, parents) become more and more observant.

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Dennis Berman,
February 15, 2008 9:31 AM

H'shem: Heal Rav Noach Weinberg now!

Dear Rav Noach, You have been an inspiration for me and for my family for many years. Between you and your brother, Rav Yaakov Weinberg, ztl, we have had role models that have led to the renewal of Yiddishkeit in my family. My immediate family and a great part of my extended family owes their posterity to you and Rav Yaakov. May H-shem heal you now so that you can be here for us and the Jewish poeople for many, many years. Love, Denny Berman

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Yehudit,
February 15, 2008 4:48 AM

a journey back to life

bs''d

Shalom Dear Rabbi Weinberg, may I express my gratitude that the Rabbi and aish.com helped me immensely on my way back to life. Yes, a life of Thora, which until a few years ago I haven't even heard of. Becoming a Baal'a Tshuva and getting married immediately wasn't easy, but the many articles gave me so much chizzuk and strenght and alwyas came in exactly the right time. The Rabbi is contributing to the building of lives everywhere in the world, and it is in my prayers that Hashem may give you a speedy Refua Shlema to continue doing so until the coming of Mashiach, Amen!!With deep gratitude, Yehudit

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Simcha Kimsey,
February 15, 2008 4:20 AM

Blessings to You!

May the Almighty restore you to full health and grant you an added blessing of restoration of things lost! You are truly a light to those around and now we return to you the light you so freely gave! May the Light of Torah be your healing and restoration to a full and long life!

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Anonymous,
February 15, 2008 2:50 AM

Appreciation and thanks. Refuah Shalema

I would like to wish a refuah shaleima to the Rabbi.I would like to express my thanks for posting the Shabbat Shalom weekly. Every week i receive it by email. I love the QUOTE OF THE WEEK, and especially the Dvar Torah-it is the perfect length and easy to understand. My husband is very impressed when I give over the Dvar Torah when having our dinner. Thank you again and may the Rav and all of Clal Yisroel have a complete recovery.

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David Udella,
February 15, 2008 1:21 AM

Shabbat Shalom Rabbi WeinbergDavid

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CHANAN SHUGARMAN,
February 14, 2008 10:54 PM

GADOL B'KIRUV

May Hashem grant good health to all our great Torah leaders.May Hashem continue to allow Rav Weinberg to fight the fires of assimilation as he has for over 40 years.

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Love Caber,
February 14, 2008 9:50 PM

Thank you Rabbi Weinberg

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

I want you to know that Aish HaTorah has been part of my life for many years now. Thank you very much for sharing the wisdom and knowledge that G-d has given you. I wish you refuah shleimah so that you may continue to touch lives like you have touched mine. You are included in my prayers. May Hashem bless you always.

Sincerely,

Love Caber

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Fabio Bueno da Silva,
February 14, 2008 9:00 PM

You've given us a piece from your heart

Shalom,My Dearly Beloved and Revered Rabbi, As the saying goes in my country: If I am everything I know, so within me, I carry along a bit of all those I've learned from. I am thankful to Hashem for your teachings and inspirational devotion to our Almighty, Blessed be He, and I pray that He speed up your recovery and your joyful presence. Todah habah for all! Fabio B. Silva, Sorocaba-SP Brazil

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Michael McElroy,
February 14, 2008 8:56 PM

Blessed

Rabbi, Although I am not Jewish, I feel blessed by your teachings and AISH.com. I look forward to the articles every week, as I can always find a nugget of truth and wisdom to better my life with in them. I pray for your complete and quick recovery.

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Elexis Schloss,
February 14, 2008 7:42 PM

You are in my prayers

You are in my prayers Rabbi. Your influence over the entire world is felt every day. I live in northern Canada and yet turn to AISH for peace of mind and hope. May Hashemreward you in His own way.G'd Bless

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Shlomit Yael,
February 14, 2008 7:02 PM

Refuah Shlemah Rabbi Weinberg

Hi Rabbi. I just wanted to remind the Rav that Hashem only sends nisyonos to people He truly, deeply loves. You, Rabbi Weinberg, must be very special to HKBH. We are all davaning for you, and iy"H you and all of the cholim in klal yisroel should be zoche to a refuah shlemah very soon! Have a wonderful Shabbos, and don't forget we are all thinking and rooting for you!

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josef,
February 14, 2008 6:17 PM

TODA RABA FOR HIS TEACHINGS

SHALOMMAY HASHEM GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH AND RECOVERY, MAY ALL THE LIVES YOU HAVE TOUCHED BE PRESENT AS A SWEET AROMA AND BE COUNTED AS MERIT. TODA RABA SHALOM U BRAJOT

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Sarah,
February 14, 2008 6:00 PM

you changed my outlook

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,After watching the "inspired" and "up from the ashes" films, my life changed. Once I became aware of the percentage of Jews on the verge of assimilation, I knew I had to do something. I was especially impressed to learn about Aish's beginnings and how you took on the responsibility of starting a movement that nobody else would, and that you persisted in your efforts even when you were initially unsuccessful. With this and with all the other messages relayed in the films playing in my mind, I became resolved to make a difference. For the first time in my life, I became involved in kiruv projects through aish and through other organizations. My wish to pass along Torah knowledge, made me want to learn more myself so now I'm learning and enjoying it more than ever. Although I am a frum from birth, bais yakov graduate, I feel like a baalas teshuvah and it feels wonderful. My family and close friends are becoming more involved in kiruv, too. We owe it all to you. May Hashem grant you a speedy Refuah Shelaimah. He knows that the world needs you healthy and strong to continue doing your G-d-like work. We're all davening for you.

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David Udella,
February 14, 2008 5:18 PM

I pray for the health of Rabbi WeinbergDavid Yosef UdellaItaly

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J LaLone,
February 14, 2008 4:50 PM

On Wings Together We Fly

I know I have been blessed by Rabbi Weinberg's wisdom as I have perused the Aish.com weekly articles with hope and gratitude. I thank you. May God bless you with a full recovery, if not a full recovery, then peace, love and no pain. I send my prayers for you with my selfish prayers for myself with the force of cannons, the speed of light, and the sweetness of loving kindness. Thank you for this plea that has come to me today, when I have been overwhelmed with tears for myself. You have given me the gift of renewed generousity, and thoughts of you and your needs. Not too poorly said, I hope, kind Rabbi Noah. I will strive to make my efforts to do as asked for your benefit with more frequency and with more determination. Amen

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David,
February 14, 2008 4:26 PM

Hes Meyuchad.

Theres nobody like him on the world, seriously, well... we are all unique, but his uniqueness its wonderfull, all the love that he has for the jewish people and the humanity its incomparable, we all here on the ieshiva, expect him to be back as soon as posible to hear his teachings again, and if it be of use, hes been teaching us about fear of God, maybe if we put on practice what he thought us, hell be sooner with us!!!!

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Dale Epstein,
February 14, 2008 4:19 PM

May G-d Bless You and may you have healing and peace.

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Anonymous,
February 14, 2008 4:03 PM

Dear Rabbi:I pray that H-shem grant you Refuah Shlemah

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Gerald Schroeder,
February 14, 2008 2:50 PM

Thank you

The 16 years I have been teaching at Aish have been the most meaningful of my professional life. Simply stated, thank you for this gift of meaning. It could never have happened without your guidance.

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Dr. Allen Wolnerman,
February 14, 2008 2:34 PM

FOREVER INDEBTED

My Dearly Beloved and Revered Rabbi and Rebbitzen,Our prayers to Hashem have been sent ever since the first moment we heard that the Rosh Yeshiva was ill. We were originally from Iowa living a comfortable secular life. Our daughter Sheri discovered NCSY and brought Yiddishkeit back to our lives, We started listening to the Rosh Yeshiva's tapes in all our cars, even in my delivery vehicle for my business. We never left home without a tape on the 48 ways to happiness. We read everything we could get our hands on from Aish HaTorah from the computer..this was the year 2000. Needless to say we became observant, Baale Teshuvah and our lives are so full of happiness and love of Torah, we do not observe Shabbos, WE CELEBRATE SHABBOS. Our daughter spent a year in seminary at Medreshet HaRova and we had the privelege to come and meet the Rosh Yeshiva and I have that picture on my desk, and am ever so proud. We spoke briefly about what to do about my son who left for college before we became observant, and you advised us. He came to Aish HaTorah 4 years ago, after graduating from USC anticipating going to Law School, after 2 weeks at Aish, he called home and said: "Tattie, I am NOT coming home". Rabbi, I have tears in my eyes now, my son is in his 4th year at Aish, learning, just recently married, living in the old city and one day..Please G-d will be a great Rabbi and will bring more people back to Yiddishkeit. My wife and I cannot thank you enough, we daven for you 3 times a day and somedays even more. While of course we are greatful to HaKodosh Baruchu for everything is a gift, You, My Dearest Rabbi have given us something beyond our wildest imagination, you have given us BACK the wisdom and love of Torah, for our entire family. My father, a survivor of Aushwitz, always told me that "Rabbono Shel Olam Patch nish beide seiden" That Hashem does not slap us on both sides of our cheeks at once. You should only have a Refuah Shelamoh...am shnelsten...you shall only get better so very fast.. With gratitude and love, we bid you a Great and Wonderful Shabbos.ALLEN AND AMY WOLNERMANBOCA RATON, FLORIDA

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Gutah Itah,
February 14, 2008 2:30 PM

For many years, one of the first things I do on Sunday is go to the Aish site to make a great start to the week. However, until now, I never read the 48 ways series. For your refuah shleima, I am reading a page or 2 from the series with my family at dinner every night. We started way #1 last Friday night and look forward to learning them all.

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Herman,
February 14, 2008 1:57 PM

G-d bless you

May Hashem hear our prayers and grant you a refuah sheilamah so you can continue to serve Him.Every week I learned from you.

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Malka Blumenfeld,
February 14, 2008 1:27 PM

Have a speedy Refuah Shleimah

I cannot imagine my day without the daily inspirational newsletter I receive from aish.com. It gives me strength, hope and endurance to make it day by day. Encouragement and hope in our turbulent, difficult times are so needed and wanted. I know for a fact, living in the suburbs of Detroit, how much Aish HaTorah under Rabbi Tolwin is doing in this community, and especially for the Jews of all denominations. He learned it from you. We need you with us. Hashem should sent you and all the cholim of Klal Israel a Refuah Shleimah bimheirah beyamenu. With all my devotion and Tfillos for you and your family, and the extended Aish HaTorah families. Malka Blumenfeld, Oak Park, MI

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Avrum M. Kowalsky,
February 14, 2008 1:20 PM

Dear Reb Noah; May Hashem bless, protect and heal you speedily. While I never learned anything directly from you, you are my great Rebbi as you single handidly blazed the trail of Kiruv in the Yeshiva world. All Israel is indebited to you and your Rebitzen. G-d bless you, Your Talmid, rum Moshe Kowalsky

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Holly Magady,
February 14, 2008 1:17 PM

With tremendous gratitude to Rav Noach

Except for my given family, almost everything else that I hold dear in my life has come to me as a result of Rabbi Weinberg's commitment to the Jewish People. I met my husband at an Aish HaTorah event in 1985, am raising a Jewish observant family, and have a vital, loving and ever deepening relationship with G-d --- all thanks to the Rosh Yeshivah. I am davening for Rav Noach's complete recovery and have taken on a new mitzvah in the merit of his renewed health. Until 120, Rosh Yeshivah!!!!!Holly Magady Los Angeles

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OPPIE,
February 14, 2008 12:58 PM

PRAYER & THANKS

I PRAY FOR YOUR FULL RECOVERY, RABBI.

ALSO, I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR EFFORTS THROUGH SIDH TO BRING JEWISH EDUCATION TO THOUSANDS OF INDIVIDUALS AND TO BE A VALUABLE RESOURCE INENHANCING, EXPANDING AND SUPPORTING JEWISH TEACHINGS AND BELIEFS.

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Sheva NYC,
February 14, 2008 12:49 PM

May the hands of the doctors, nurses flow with the healing powers of Hashem.Refuah Shelmah!

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Jonny Dryer,
February 14, 2008 12:33 PM

Past and Present

3 years finding and growing. Then 13 dates over 4 weeks got married 6 weeks later. Now 3 years on BLESSED with 2 beautiful children and hopefully will be blessed with more! :-)

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Victoria WAGNER,
February 14, 2008 12:33 PM

Thank You!!!

Dear Rabbi Weinberg, Thank you for touching so many lives from various faiths and walks of life. from the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU!

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Ron Csillag,
February 14, 2008 12:26 PM

Dear Rabbi, Thank you for all of the good that has come into my life as a result of your good work. May you have a speedy full recovery. Ron Csillag

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david berman,
February 14, 2008 12:21 PM

a speedy and complete healing

dear rav noah, you have had a profound impact on myself, my children, my parents and several of my siblings. we all wish you an easy and complete healing. love david berman

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Chashi Mezebish,
February 14, 2008 12:19 PM

With gratefulness

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,If it were not for Aish, I would not be an observant Jew today. I grew up in a secular home, but it was my learning with Aish and the wonderful people that you have taught that ignited the spark within me, and I will be forever grateful. I was privileged to be on an Aish Women's Mission to Israel in 2000, and both you and your wife spoke to our group - an inspiring treat that I will never forget. May you have a refuah shleima and many many more years to share with those you love and those to whom you spread love and Torah.

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Anonymous,
February 14, 2008 12:13 PM

Brought me closer to Torah

Before my son's bar mitzvah 5 years ago I searched the internet to learn more about his torah portion. This brought me to Aish.com. I started to come back to this fabulous site to learn more and more. Eventually a joined up with a "Partner in Torah" and we have been studying together each week for over 3 years.

Since stumbling upon Aish I have tried to add mitzvot to my life. So far (in addition to learning and observing) I have given up working on Shabbat, worked hard on avoiding Lashon Hara, started daily prayers (not yet all of them but at least one a day), given up shellfish and pork, and made a concerted effort to dress modestly. I know that may not sound like much to those who are observant but to someone raised with a secular, "Reform" background those changes are huge.

I will pray for a refua shlayma for you.

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Laura Fleischer,
February 14, 2008 12:08 PM

Rabbi Weinberg,My name is Laura and I'm 15 years old. I never have met you before but I heard from Aish.com that you are a man that brings nachas to Hashem and have done countless of mitzvos. I pray for your speedy recovery. While Hashem cures you, if you listen to music, I reccomend listening to the singer Josh Groban. His father is Jewish and songs are scientifically proven to help relax and calm the neshama. He is truly a gifr from Hashem as you are as well. I will continue to pray for your recovery.

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Ariela,
February 14, 2008 12:07 PM

Thank you for great website

Thank you for sending my comments to the Western Wall. I have felt a sense of hope whenever I am in dispair.

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Anonymous,
February 14, 2008 12:06 PM

We pray for a complete recovery

You have made the world a better place

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Steve Reifman,
February 14, 2008 12:05 PM

The Pleasure to Meet You

I became involved with Aish here in Metro Detroit, listening to 48 Ways and being enchanted by the simple but powerful way you spoke about the "Jewish People" filled my soul. The real highlight of your presence for me was when you came here to give a very memorable speech at a reception before "Discovery" and then I had the greatest of pleasures when you sat next to me for the first half. Somethings one never forgets. You are and were the Real Thing, an enlightened master, and someone who made my Jewishness a much more beautiful thing. I am yet inspired by you, and will do all I can to move heaven and earth on your Blessed behalf. Thanks Rabbi.

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Izzy Zuber,
February 14, 2008 11:57 AM

COMPLETE REFUAH SHLAYMOH

I never met you personally but I am sure I have been touched by you, your talmidim, their talmidim, your words, your influence, your outreach - what Jew in the world today can say that they were NOT touched by you? May Hashem grant you a speedy and complete recovery bimhayroh biyomaynu.

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Jeffrey Gerstin,
February 14, 2008 11:56 AM

Thank you for the Shabbat Shalom Weekly

You have touched the lives of me and my family through the Shabbat Shalom Weekly that has been read for so many years at our Friday night Shabbat table. Our prayers are with you.

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ABaum,
February 14, 2008 11:42 AM

Your works have been a positive influence on my entire family. We have been drawn closer to our heritage as a result of your direct actions. May G-d grant you a speedy and complete recovery.

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Alon Tolwin,
February 13, 2008 7:09 PM

you have changed the world

When I first met you, in 1971 you were looking for 10 men to change the world. Your search for these men, whether you found them or not, has inspired countless thousands of young men and women to re-examine their relationship to God and Torah. These people made commitments to change. They impacted the whole Jewish world in a way that no other Jewish leader in our age has done. You inspired independence and courage. We are all your children and we are pounding on the gates of heaven to insure that you will be with us till your 120th year.

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anonymous-daily,
February 13, 2008 6:44 PM

wishing you a refua shelaima while i continue to learn the 48 ways to wisdom and continue to daven on your behalf.

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Richard Polak,
February 12, 2008 2:23 AM

Thank you for Rabbi Braverman

Thank you for bringing Rabbi Braverman into my family's life. He has been a great asset to us. I listen to you 48 ways of wisdom CD in my car to work everyday. Hearing your words of wisdom makes my life fuller. Thank you.

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Sheila Truax,
February 11, 2008 6:53 PM

Thankfulness

I wish to thank the foresight that started Aish.com. There were many, many times when the weekly parshah commentary has sent me into deeper study, the view of the Kotel has uplifted me, discussions held have pulled me out of a dark time. Baruch HaShem for your foresight. May your recovery be very quick!

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scott Nipper,
February 11, 2008 4:24 PM

Shalom

Thank You Rabbi Noah Weinberg i never met you in life but your lessons has realy changed my life on every aspect of my life ill be praying for you Rabbi

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Anonymous,
February 11, 2008 1:12 PM

THE DISCOVERY SEMINAR ON MY LIFE

I grew up a very secular teenager in a typical American "waspy" town. My mother A'H found Judaism on her own but nothing that she ever did or said, I felt, related to me. When I was 19 I found myself in Israel (actually I was supposed to spend the summer in France but H-shem had other plans for me). My program was a very secular program and after 6 weeks I went on to take a course at Hebrew University. While there, my friends decided to do the discovery seminar. Of course, I wanted nothing to do with it. I instructed them that each night after the seminar they should come back to the room and let me "decode" them. Which is exactly what happened. Every day at the end of the day's classes they would come back to the dorms and I would knock everything they learned that day. Nice isn't it? On the last day of the program, there was a small party and my friends told me to come along. I did. I also sat in on two classes- and I can't tell you what an impact those classes had on me. My neshama was so thirsty. I have always wanted to write about that experience but I have Baruch H' 4 children and I work part time for my husband so I am extremely busy. The bottom line is that people who meet me nowadays tell me they cannot imagine me before I became observant (I have taught classes in our SHul on Tzniut and Shmirat Halashon). I can look back and clearly say that the discovery seminar had a strong impact on my life. I hope that this will be a Z'chut for the refuah shleimah of the Rosh Yeshivah. May our Holy G-d bless you. Thank you.

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David Notowitz,
February 11, 2008 12:41 AM

Thank you.

Thank you.

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Mindy,
February 10, 2008 10:02 PM

Aish is amazing

The amount of inspiration and knowledge that we get from Aish is unbelievable. May you have a speedy and complete recovery in the great zhus of all that you have accomplished.

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Joanne Asher,
February 10, 2008 2:47 PM

gratitude

When we were facing life's difficult challenge, the Rosh Yeshiva was physically and emotionally present to help our daughter A"H, our son-in-law, ourselves, our son. He truly cares, and for this we are grateful.

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Anonymous,
February 10, 2008 12:56 PM

Great debt of gratitude

Dear Rosh Yeshiva,I owe you a great debt of gratitude for helping me in Frumkeit. I wish you a Rufua Shlama

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anonymous-daily,
February 9, 2008 9:51 PM

i continue to learn and daven for your speedy recovery.shavua tov

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Zakah Glaser,
February 9, 2008 8:50 PM

Your impact is beyond global

Dear Rosh Yeshiva,Thank you for having the courage, persistence, and bitachon to make your vision a reality. We try to express our gratitude to you and to Hashem for giving us the opportunity to live a life of Torah and mitzvohs by doing our part to teach others and give them the same opportunity. May the mitzvohs of the thousands upon thousands of "spiritual children" to whom you have given life be a merit for you for a complete and speedy recovery.With deep gratitude and admiration,Eli and Zakah Glaser and family

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Anonymous,
February 9, 2008 7:24 PM

refuah shelaima

There have been many people inspired by Rabbi Noach Weinberg including me. I thank him for all the hard work he put into helping the Jews. May Hashem bless him and give him a full recovery. REFUAH SHELAIMA.

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Gershom Family,
February 7, 2008 6:45 PM

from the bottom of the world

Thank you Rabbi for sharing your wisdom so freely with others, myself, my wife and our children have learnt and learning so much from you. We will be davening for you - from a isolated farming family in New Zealand. May G-d bless you every moment. Thank you so much for bringing us so much closer to HaShem.

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Anonymous,
February 7, 2008 1:34 PM

daughter of a bal tshuva

on behalf of the thousands of spiritual grandchildren of Rav Weinberg, i thank him with all my heart and soul for reaching out to my parents, and thereby granting me the privilage of being born into a family of love and devotion, to eachother and to the Al-mighty. we, his grandchildren, pray for Rav Weinberg's recovery each and every day.

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Deborah,
February 7, 2008 7:28 AM

Thank you and refuah sheleima

Thank you for starting Aish HaTorah and impacting so many lives in a positive way, including mine and my children that were born after I became frum and married a Jewish man. I'm davening for you and wishing you a refuah sheleima!

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Chavah,
February 6, 2008 9:27 PM

Praying for your recovery

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I am praying with all my heart for your speedy recovery. You should only have peace and blessings. You are and always will be a light onto Israel and all Jews and have done countless good towards humanity by sharing your teachings, the beauty of Torah wisdom, and leading an exceptional life dedicated towards serving others. Aish has brought so much joy and meaning to others, including myself. I don't know where I would be without it! May G-d bless you each moment and every day and I wish for a speedy recovery

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Annette,
February 6, 2008 9:17 PM

from North Bay, Ontario

a small northeastern Canadian city with a very small Jewish community, Your kindness and devotion has also reached us here - May HaShem grant you a Refu'ah Shlemah, just so you may do His will, so He may hear your tefillos... and may our tefillos be heard in the merit of a Refuah Shlemah, for you, and Kol Israel.

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Rosa Hollander,
February 6, 2008 8:06 PM

What the Angel Taught Us as explained by Rabbi Weinberg

I am so sorry to hear about Rabbi Weinberg's health crisis. His book, "What the Angel Taught Us," is among the most inspirational, visionary, and amazing guides to living a truly spiritual life. He has helped me understand concepts that previously, were beyond my understanding. Rabbi Weinberg is a marvelous writer and a Torah giant. AISH is the cornerstone of the kiruv world. He is a teacher who inspires me to live on the highest spiritual plane. And I fervently hope for his speedy and full recovery.

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Wilder Sanchez,
February 6, 2008 7:54 PM

A few days ago...

A few days ago I wrote about my concern and my sincere desires for the recovery of Rabbi Yisrael Noach ben Hinda, But I wrote my words in Spanish, so it could be the reason because my words were not publicated or maybe, my computer failed in the moment of submitting my comment.But now, I want to repeat (in English) to the Rabbi that all his Teachings have traspased the frontiers, and they have arrived to me (a non-Jewish, and more people over the world) and I am so grateful to the Almighty for the life of Rabbi Noach Weinberg, his teachings have been fundamental part of my change (for good), and I pray all the days for the recovery of the Rabbi. I said before that Rabbi Noach Weinberg has not only help me, but my family too. We need you, Rabbi.

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Anonymous,
February 6, 2008 1:49 PM

thank you and refuah sheleima

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

I wish you a speedily and complete refuah sheleima, and want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all the work that you do to bring Jews back to authentic Judaism. I am 20 years old and about a year and a half ago I went to Aish's Jewel program, where I promised myself and my mom that I'd listen to what I was learning about Judaism with an open mind, and about two months later, I started committing myself to Torah. A month after I started keeping Shabbat, I met my soulmate and now we are happily married (thank God!) and living a joyful, Torah life together. If it wasn't for all the hard work you put in at Aish, who knows what would have happened to me, and all the other young souls that need help with finding truth. Your dedication and hard work to Torah and B'Ney Yisroel is inspiring. I pray that God heals you completely so you can continue spreading the messages of Torah to those that need to hear it!

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Aaron Mitnick,
February 6, 2008 10:27 AM

Aaron & Leah Mitnick

Dear Rosh HaYeshiva,

We wish you a refuah shlema. The Rosh Hayeshiva is in our thoughts and prayers always.

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RSdaCat,
February 5, 2008 9:05 PM

LOVE

Peace. Love. Joy. Strength. Thus you have sown.

Now reap it ten-fold.

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Anonymous,
February 5, 2008 7:16 PM

Thank you for the inspiration

It was the video "From the Ashes" that truly inspired me to go into kiruv full time and really helped me to keep my focus on why I work in kiruv. May the work that I do be a merit for the Rosh Yeshiva.HaShem should send the Rosh Yeshiva a speedy recovery so that he can continue his work for the Jewish people.

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moshe borowski,
February 5, 2008 12:57 PM

refuah sheleima bkarov

Dear Rebbe shlitawishing you a refuah sheleima bkarov - may the Almighty grant you, and all Jews in need throughout the world, a speedy and complete recovery.your impact on me and my family, along with thousands of Jews worldwide, has been truly wondrous. May Hashem continue to grant you the health, strength, vision and conviction needed to further your Avodas HaKodesh - the consummate spiritual mission to which you have dedicated yourself, and inspired countless others.kol tuv and l'bsooros tovos. looking forward to seeing you soon. feel well and be well.

your talmid and mishpocha,

Moshe Borowski (Aish, 1979, before they even discovered Discovery!)

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Ruby G.,
February 5, 2008 11:16 AM

May Hashem give you a Refuah Sheilamah

BS"D

Dear Rabbi Noach,

Your efforts on behalf of k'al Yisroel have brought so many back to yiddishkeit. I'm a b'l teshuva for over 30 years but I gain much insight from your website.

I personally was influenced by your brother Rabbi Shmuel Yaakov Weinberg zt"l. In fact the one time I met you was after his funeral. I still remember how you gave me full attention as I said the words of comfort in English. It was obvious to me then, and was obvious to me as I listened to your 48 Ways to Wisdom and read articles on Aish.com that your mission to respect and bring Jews back to Torah is your greatest passion. We're davening for you in Atlanta and I'm sure all over the world. May Hashem hear our prayers and grant you a refuah sheilamah so you can continue to serve Him.

Thank you for all you do.G-d bless you.

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Linda Kuras Mizrahi,
February 5, 2008 10:50 AM

Aish is unbelievable!

I have used the Aish site to prepare for my Shabbos group.In addition, I have downloaded articles to bring into the religous girls high school in Israel where I teach. "The Four Deal Breakers" has been a tremendous hit and girls have told me that they were keeping the article for when they started dating! There aren't enough words or compliments for Rav Noah and this necessary site.May Hashem hear my words and realize how much we all need someone like Rav Noah here on earth BE"H.

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darren titan,
February 5, 2008 7:37 AM

Thank you for giving me life

Rav Noach, First of all I want to thank Hashem for helping me return. And now I want to thank you, as his wonderful agent, for bringing me back. What can one say to someone who has given him the opportunity for an eternal joyful life. Thank you can not even begin to say it, but it is a start, so thank you for everything. You have greatly increased my joy in this world and I am G-D willing, looking foward to a wonderful joyful World to Come. May you have a speedily rafua shalema so that you can continue doing Hashems work and continue to inspire and help bring back Kal Israel to Hashems service

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anonymous-daily,
February 4, 2008 9:04 PM

As I continue to pray for your recovery and have you in my mind daily I also continue to benefit from all your articles and shiurim that are posted online. Each torah insight is so inspiring and uplifting. Thank you for the wealth of knowledge that you have given over to the klall.May all this stand in your merit for a complete refuah.

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Gavin-Chaim,
February 4, 2008 1:56 PM

Refuah Shleimah

Rav Noah I know you are drifting on the sea of uncertainty at the moment but we are sending forth doves of prayer,and Be'ezrat Hashem an olive branch of healing will return into your hand and you will land safely on the mountain of Hashem once more to lead us as before

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ullas,
February 4, 2008 11:38 AM

I am a Hindu converted Christian living in India.I am an unabashed admirer of Isreal.I was looking for authentic information on Shabbat on google when I chanced upon this site.Since then I check this site on a daily basis.I have been so blessed by Rabbi Noah Wienberg's articles.Rabbi,we will pray daily for your speedy recovery

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avital,
February 4, 2008 10:28 AM

wow. there are absolutly no words to describe my feelings. Rav Weinberg was such an amazing person. he brought Torah into the lives of people who had nothing, and i know he definetly changed my life for the better. aish is my all time favorite website. when i read this article i was on the verge of tears. i daven for Rav Weinberg every day. i really hope, B'ezras Hashem, he has a refuah sheleima. you dont know how much aish has changed my lige, how many times it has made me want to do teshuva. thanks so much. avital

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Anonymous,
February 4, 2008 5:20 AM

To my beloved Rav: My husband and I have been married 42 years. We started as Reform Jews; were for many years Conservative; and for the last few years my husband has become a member of Young Israel of Elkins Park, Pa. What a shock to me since I knew nothing about Orthodoxy! But I was recommended to Aish.com. Over the last few years, I have subscribed to "Spirituality", and try to read and learn up to a half hour, on average, a day. I have learned so much, including how to cope better with some health problems. I have also taken courses at Gratz College, currently on Maimonides with Rabbi Albert Gabbai of Mikveh Israel, the second oldest Sephardic synagogue in America. I have taken Courses at Young Israel given by rabbis from Lakewood, N.J., and at Aitz Chaim, an outreach program. I have always valued your articles, for their knowledge, clarity, and daily applications. We have Shabbos dinner many Friday nights with friends of long-standing, who have become Orthodox. Because I am learning, I read all the Aish articles that pertain to the parsha, and am asked to give the Dvar torah. I mainly try to focus on how our daily lives can be enhanced, and I have always looked forward to reading your articles and using them when I speak. I am on a journey of learning about Judaism, and I thank you for all your inspiration. You will be in my prayers With sincere thanks and admiration,

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Anonymous,
February 4, 2008 4:46 AM

Rabbi Weinberg, I pray for your recovery; you were instrumental in my return to my Jewish roots. I grew up in "secular" Israel surrounded by Jews, a Jew by nationality but never really connected to Judaism. Two years ago while on a personal search and reconnection to Judaism, I found Aish.Com with the kind of both spiritual and religious Jewish content I was looking for. Thank you for all the work you do to help Jews like me appreciate G_d's gift to the Jewish people.

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Anonymous,
February 4, 2008 4:36 AM

I am an avid reader of all your articles,short stories, videos, lectures available on your website, and as a newcomer to Judaism, nothing has moved me and changed my life as much as the knowledge, insight and wisdom that I have gained thereon. I eagerly look forward to hearing the weekly lectures and have a lot to thank Rabbi Weinberg for. I am sincerely grateful to Rabbi Weinberg and pray to Hashem, that he be healed and restored to normalcy speedily.

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Anonymous,
February 4, 2008 3:01 AM

As an old pensioner, close to 80...journalist, soldier, novelist, etc...I was deeply moved at how much Rabbi Weinberg has accomplished and will attempt to do what little I might to make his life and work even slightly more meaningful and aid his recovery. As I have said before, I am grateful to aish.

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Jonathan Newfield,
February 4, 2008 2:49 AM

Refuah Shleimah

Although in my 6 or 7 years at Aish Jerusalem I did not have much direct interaction with the Rosh Yeshiva, his effect on my life have been enormous. His ahavat Yisrael and concern for "leading his brothers to a good path" have been an inspiration to me, and have motivated me to teach "an aleph when I learn an aleph". Baruch Hashem, I now have about twenty talmidim in Johannesburg which I have managed to fit in between my full-time work (albeit it with a lot of struggle) and I must say this "Aish Hatorah" keeps me going spiritually whilst I am swimming in the corporate world. For this, credit must go to the Rosh Yeshiva, as without his example I'm sure I would have simply focused on my own learning, established a "comfortable" learning seder, and missed out on seeing the amazing difference a little Torah can make to someone else's life. May Hashem bless the Rosh Yeshiva with a Refuah Shleimah.

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anonymous-daily,
February 3, 2008 7:57 PM

Hope today finds you feeling well and gaining strength. I went over way #5 today of the 48 ways that i took upon myself to do in your merit. It was an inspiring and truly awesome message. I hope to incorporate these messages and have a greater awareness of the blessings that g-d bestows upon us daily. Refuah Shelaima

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Devorah Vale,
February 3, 2008 7:17 PM

If not for Aish HaTorah being there for me during my early adult years when there was a fork in the road, I don't know if I would be an observant Jew today. For this I have to thank Rav Noach Weinberg who had the vision and tireless energy to create Aish. I was zocheh to be on the first Jerusalem Fellowships back in 1984 and studied at Eyaht for over a year afterwards. The last time I saw Rav Noach was in Toronto and the first thing he did was ask about my health. With everything on his head and all the people he deals with, he remembered me and my matzav from many years back. I was amazed. Dear Rabbi, Refuah Sheleimah and May this illness be only a memory for you, a nisayon that will pass,and may you be well again and able to continue your important work. Thank you for everything!

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Anonymous,
February 3, 2008 6:42 PM

Please get well soon!

Rabbi Weinberg, hope your wonderful smile for life regains your face. I pray for Adonai to saveguard you and appease your pain. I'm always starving for united Jews to confront the difficulties round our existence. I'm writing to you from the heart of the Arab World to please get well soon. The Jewish people still need your Insights..your spirituality! The Whole World is in need of the good people i.e. yourself Rabbi Weinberg to spread our Goodness and our Loving for Living in Peace. In the Lord I believe. In His words I'm guided to serve His people. My heart-soul-mind is all with you.

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Anonymous,
February 3, 2008 4:38 PM

You've given me a goal to shoot for.

Rabbi, I just wanted to say that I wasn't born Jewish. And up until a few years ago, I had been following another religion since I was born. But as I got into my mid-20's I kept getting kicked out of different religious groups and kept losing friends for all of the questions that I would ask. I never meant to harm my friends, but at the same time they couldn't handle the questions that I asked. So after a couple years of having to put up with being banished from one group after another. I decided to leave my religion completely. By this time, I just had "happened" to have made many Jewish friends and co-workers, and I began to ask them my questions to see how they would respond. I was shocked to say the least at how open they were to answer all that I asked, and at how upfront they were.(and it drove me to ask more and more questions to see if they were for real.) Around this time something inside me really ignited and I was determined to investigate more about Jews and Judaism. I figured that I had to start somewhere, so I decided to first learn to read Hebrew. Yeah, I know that learning to read Hebrew doesn't make much sense, but I had to start somewhere and I always wanted to be able to read the Bible in Hebrew. So I went to a Jewish book store and told the Rabbi behind the counter what I wanted to do. He made mention of Aish down the street and told me that they have a class there. I went to the class and I explained to the Aish Rabbi my whole predicament. Of course, he told me the whole "We don't accept converts..." speech, but he said that he didn't mind me staying and learning there. To make a long story short, I kept having more of a hunger for learning about Judaism, and one of the first things that I was ever taught about Judaism was the 48 Ways to Wisdom. For several weeks I listened to your whole cassette-tape series on the "48 Ways" and after that it showed me that it IS possible to be religious and intellectual! Since then I have taken many classes at Aish, and I am so amazed at how practical the advice given in Judaism is (...trust me, I've been in other religions...Judaism's advice is very practical) that you can apply the teachings to everyday life. That was roughly 2 years ago, and while for the past 6 months I have ran into a few minor setbacks, I still am pursuing to one day become a convert and attend Aish in Jerusalem. So, I just wanted to say, "Thank you, Rabbi Weinberg for letting me see that I can still live a godly life and remain intellegent." -Joseph

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Marianna,
February 3, 2008 3:42 PM

When Thank You Isn't Enough

Dear Rabbi Weinberg, I moved recently to Australia, specifically to a tiny town where I'm pretty sure I am the only Jewish. But I do not feel lonely!. I keep a strong connection with my religion through Aish.com. In fact, my bond with my religion is getting stronger every day..., and all because of your wonderful website!. I wish you a complete and prompt recovery, because you are needed very much indeed!. This is one of the cases when saying "Thank you" doesn't seem to be enough... Toda Raba.

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Cindy Levy,
February 3, 2008 11:49 AM

The Lifeline of Aish

Rabbi Weinberg, first and foremost, I wish you a complete refuah shelaymah! Secondly, I apologize that I didn't finish writing this last week. I started to, and then got caught up in what proper words to say to express how much Aish has meant to me, then got distracted and never finished. (Actually, one of my favorite Aish emails taught me about taking the "ten minutes to finish a project" that ways on the head for ten years!) As a secular Jew, when I felt completely lost and bereft of my identity in 1998, I discovered Aish on the upper west side of Manhattan. I took many, many classes. Have made a long and lasting friendship with one of my teachers and his family. I regularly read my Aish emails, frequently pass them along to a friend I think needs to see it and most importantly, in the wee small hours of the night, when I am feeling particularly frightened, or alone, I talk to God and place a note in the wall for comfort and connection. Aish is my Lifeline! I have often turned people onto this website, but the most profound was being able to tell my own personal physician (an observant man) about placing a note in the wall!) Little did I know the comfort it gave him as he was terminally ill and used the site until he passed to his resting place. He was a man of great significance in my life and to think I was able to help him through Aish, what a blessing. So, thank you for what you have given me. I pray that God grants you improved health and complete recovery. Toda Raba.

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eli,
February 3, 2008 8:47 AM

Dear Rabbi;Last summer we learned a lot from you and we are really effected by your own style. Please get well soon because your duty is not finished there are too much jews in the world who needs to make teshua...Rabbi how can we tell to our friends that Torah is the right way ?Rabbi Weinberg: DON'T TELL THEM SHOW THEMthis became our catchword in TurkeyBest Regards;

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Anonymous,
February 3, 2008 5:27 AM

when i became a Ba'al teshuva over 20 years ago., it was this organization that reached out to me, helped and encouraged a woman in her fifties to learn and to grow. Last year i finally, together with my older husband made Aliya. I have continued to learn and grow and i will do what you suggested to help our beloved Rabbi recover completely from his serious illness....,

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Anonymous,
February 3, 2008 12:17 AM

Over thirty six years of thanks

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,Over thirty six years ago, you openned up your home informally to girls in Yerushalayim. Your regal wife inspired us around the dining room table long before Eyaht was born. You invited us for Shabbos, Yom Tov, challenged us to think and grow. And then you challenged our chassanim. Wherever we go, the inspiration goes with us and helps us to inspire others. And thankfully the inspiration continues at the center in Yerushalayim; some twenty eight years later, our daughter attended your kiruv training seminars in Yerushalayim and gained so much. And more, with your worldwide network of students and aish.com outreach, you continue to inspire us, and our students in far away Miami on an ongoing basis. May Hashem grant you a speedy recovery to continue to help Klal Yisroel learn and grow. Refuah Shelaima v'Kol Tuv and myriad thanks.

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Don,
February 2, 2008 10:34 PM

The Best of Health

I will pray for complete healingfor the Rabbi and I will also picksomething to try to improve in my life.God Bless Don

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anonymous-daily,
February 2, 2008 5:42 PM

Gut Vuch! Wishing you a shavuah tov. I again had you strongly in my tefillos over shabbos and as i bentched rosh chodesh i asked hashem to make this a month of yeshuah and refuah for you and all of klall yisroel. May it be a simchadika month with much mazal and happiness!Good Night!

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Rachel,
February 2, 2008 5:40 PM

I wish the very best for you, know there is a God, know that you are loved and have done a great job and it will continue even when you are no more, but may HaShem bless you with more life to complete all that was assigned to you.

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SACHA RACHEL JACOB,
February 2, 2008 2:43 PM

THE SPIRITUAL FATHER TO THOUSANDS

TO THE RAV AND REBBETZIN WEINBERG.IT'S SO HARD TO ATRICULATE MY DEEPEST FEELINGS INTO WORDS, HOWEVER, I WOULD LIKE TO SAY A SPECIAL THANK YOU FOR YOUR TRUE FAITH AND LOYALTY TO KLAL YISRAEL, NOT TO MENTION YOUR LIVES OF MESIRUS NEFESH FOR ALL OF THE CHILDREN YOU HAVE GIVEN SPIRITUAL LIFE TO. I HAVE HAD THE MERIT OF BEING GUIDED BY BOTH THE RAV AND THE RABBETZIN AND B"H I'M NOW BUILDING A SOLID JEWISH HOME WITH LOVE OF TORAH AND MITZVOS IN ERETZ YISRAEL. MAY THE ALMIGHTY BRING YOU A FULL COMPLETE REFUAH SHELEYMA SO THAT YOU CAN CONTINUE YOUR TREMENDOUS AVODAS HASHEM TOGETHER WITH YOUR REBBETZIN

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Sandra,
February 1, 2008 4:47 PM

thank you for your teachings

I live in a small town in rural New Mexico. Aish is my lifeline to my Judaism. Thank you and may a speedy and complete recovery be yours.

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Anonymous,
February 1, 2008 4:10 PM

Dear Rabbi,I am twelve years old and I was really sad when I read the article. I hope you get better soon. My friends are praying for you. I really hope you get better soon because I love your website, specially family parsha and jewlarious! I wish you a speedy recovery.

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E. Katz,
February 1, 2008 4:05 PM

There is no other place

I have lived in numerous towns and cities over the last many years, have suffered many pains and set backs, and even today struggle with my sprituality. I draw strength from Aish HaTorah when I have nowhere else to turn. The articles and teachings cannot be found elsewhere. I have little doubt that I could have lived my life without Aish HaTorah, but I no without a doubt it would be less a life. I pray for your speedy recovery.

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Richie,
February 1, 2008 1:48 PM

Complete Recovery and Thanks

Dear Rabbi, I am someone who grew up with some Judaism, but was not frum. I started going to Aish HaTorah Boston back when they had the building and learned a great deal and had wonderful experiences. I am now an Orthodox Jew who is married to a woman who also went to Aish Boston that I met at a Shabbos dinner and then spoke with at Aish. The knowledge and kindness that I got at Aish helped me to become Orthodox. You and your teachings have had a huge impact on improving my life and helping me to do better. Thank you very, very much. I wish you a complete and speedy recovery. You have done so much good and I hope to see you doing more and enjoying life. All the best and Good Shabbos.Richie

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Michoel Cooperman,
February 1, 2008 12:55 PM

It started in 1979

I began to grow up and become a man in March of 1979 at Aish Hatorah. There I was introduced to 'The 48 ways' and along with Asher, Shimon, Hershel, etc. you opened my eyes to yidishkeit. Now I have a beautiful family who are also growing as yidden. Reb Noach, the next generations need you as much as we did. You should have a Refuah Shelama.

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moshe palatnik,
February 1, 2008 12:24 PM

get well soon

The Rosh Yeshiva, Because of the Rosh Yeshiva I am who I am. Every mitzvah is because of the Rosh Yeshiva. I daven for the Rosh Yeshiva every single day. Beacuse of the Rosh Yeshiva I have the greatest parents in the world. I hope the Rosh Yeshiva will have a very fast recovery.

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Dan Winograd,
February 1, 2008 11:53 AM

All of St. Louis wishes you a speedy recovery and thanks you

Rav Weinberg, As it says in Nishmas, not even a thousand of thousands of myriads of thank you's could ever do justice to everything you have done for me personally and the entire St. Louis Jewish community.

Growing up, I was a typical Jewish kid who never really knew anything about my religion. Like many of my peers, I went to Sunday school and dated (almost married) non-Jews. It wasn't until I was 27 that I atended my first Aish program,Ken Spiro's WorldPerfect presentation, which sparked a number of questions. It wasn't long that I became involved in Aish, learning nearly everyday of the week.

My once shallow life is completely enriched from the beauty of Judaism. My learning through Aish has not only transformed my life, but thousands of lives just here in St. Louis. Your teachings have resulted in innovative programs that are relevant in all of our lives, primarily by making the Torah so user-friendly. What was once an abstract concept to me, we are now able to live more Jewishly through teachings.

None of this would have been made possible had you not started this unique outreach organization that affects so many...and making St. Louis one of your first branches in the States.

I take an immense amount of pleasure in helping your organization spread your messages (i.e. educational philosophies) and penetrate the many Jews still unconnected. I was very fortunate to meet with you in St. Louis (right before the Partner's Conference)when we were working on our Long Range Strategic Plan.

Your efforts, direction, leadership and brilliant teachings have put into motion the world best Jewish organization out there. May you merit a speedy recovery from all of my mitzvot and the mitzvot of your students that you propelled into motion directly or indirectly.

Wishing You a Complete Recovery,Dan

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Anonymous-Daily,
February 1, 2008 11:11 AM

As i prepare for Shabbbos I continue to have you in my mind and tefillos and hope that the Shechina of Shabbos envelopes you with a warmth of good health and good spirits. ".....Shabbos he me'lizok u'refuah krovah lavo...." Good Shabbos!

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Yaakov Avraham,
February 1, 2008 11:09 AM

Thank you for helping me with my worst fears and making me a better Yid

I've always been afraid. Your ability to cut through to the truth in your shiurim has given me courage and shown me a way to enjoy life and live as a better Jew, husband and father.

I will never forget you and never stop working to be a Torah-true person.

I will daven for a "groisse" refuah for you, Rabbi.

Thank you so much.

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Idalee,
February 1, 2008 10:11 AM

May you fully recover quickly

My prayers are with you, Rav Noach. As you have brought me to a healthier understanding of my heritage and my purpose here on earth, I pray you recover fully to continue to heal the souls of others looking for Hashem, happiness, and love for life.

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Reuven,
February 1, 2008 9:37 AM

Yasher Koash, Rav Weinberg

Thank you for all you have done and do for Klal Yisrael, in Eretz Yisroel and Chutz L'aretz. Special thanks for this website, the best Jewish site on internet, with something for just about everybody! Refuah Shleima.

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Eric Fisher,
February 1, 2008 9:08 AM

The Hug

When I first came to Aish in 1987, it was inspiring but difficult. I gave up a job, a career, eating dinners at home with my parents (they didn't keep kosher) and so many other things. Aish taught me so much about being a Torah observant Jew, which was inspiring, but nonetheless a difficult journey to frumkeit. Reb Noach Weinberg captured me with his shmoozes, his ideas and all the Rabbeim and students that he had put together to form an incredible "Aish" organization. One time I was in the Aish office, and although Reb Noach didn't know me (except maybe by face), I knew him and revered him. He was walking by me, and looked at me, and without saying a word just gave me a hug. I knew that staying at Aish was the right thing to do, but with all the diffculties of the adjustments to frumkeit I needed more than just to "know", I needed a hug. Reb Noach gave me that hug and I still remember it 20 years later. Thank you and a refuah Shleimah. May you get well soon so you can continue to "hug" people with your warmth, caring, and mission.

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Yehudah Shapiro,
February 1, 2008 7:15 AM

Thank you a million

I am Yaacov Shapiro's son. He learned in Aish HaTorah, and I just want to tell you that we have a great family with a lot of nieces and nephews, all going in Torah ways, all because of you. May Hashem send you a refuah shleimah and may you continue doing what you're doing.

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Paula Levin,
February 1, 2008 2:25 AM

15 000 south african Jews feel Rav Noach's impact

Dear Rabbii'm editor of a jewish magazine in SA which aims to inspire our entire community with the wisdom of Torah. Yet ten years ago I was an apathetic adolescent not keeping kosher and barely keeping shabbos with no interest in Judaism despite being FFB! At age 20 I met Rabbi Sandler of Aish SA, the first cool rabbi without a beard and heard the talk on the pleasure principle - It kept me coming back for more and before long my soul was ignited! A discovery seminar came to SA and I distincly remember the feeling I got at the end : "Oh my G-d, this stuff is REAL. G-d really does exist and has told us how to live!" I then went on fellowships and met Ahuva Grey who inspired me to start to daven and appreciate what was in my backyard all along. I decided to commit myself to learning. I quit a job in advertising and went to Israel to Neve for three months. Everyone close to me says that I only really came alive when I feel in love with Judaism! Guided by Aish.com dating I knew what to look for in a husband. I am now married to a man i consider a tzaddik with a two year old boy named Leor Aharon, born erev chanuka. How can i express the debt of gratitude I owe you? I cant, i can only say to you what i said to Ahuva Grey: my mitzvahs are yours and I am your child just as much as if you had given me life. I wish you a refuah shleima, the world still needs you! oh, and now that I'm editor of this incredible magazine, I include two of your web articles in each issue which goes to 15 000 homes across this country!May hashem bless you and grant you a speedy and full recovery.Paula LevinJohannesburg South Africa

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David,
January 31, 2008 5:29 PM

get well

Rabbi Weinberg,

I have never met you but have recently read some of your writings as a result of the Aish website and found them tremendously inspiring. I have added you to my prayers and wish you a speedy recover and all the best with everything.

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AF,
January 31, 2008 3:08 PM

sad to learn of illness and pray a comlete recovery.what cam eto mind was words of Jackie Robinson. read the commenst and they ring true.

The epitaph that appears on J.Robinson's gravestone is one that he wrote himself. It reads: "A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives."

I pray Rabbi Noach returns to good health. It seems he has become a misnagdische rebbe.

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hanna,
January 31, 2008 2:14 PM

Refua Shlemah soonest

Words can discribe merely an emotinal reaction of what actions made of.Speddy recovery, Refuah Shlema, and thank you for your insights.

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mosheh basala,
January 31, 2008 2:06 PM

Gratitude from the jewish people in iran

I am learning in yeshivat Ner Israel in Baltimore Maryland. However, my parents still live in Iran. A place that the Yiddishkite is almost forgotten. A place that there is no yeshivot, no jewish school,a place that haman harasha was ruling and still is ruling. he is trying to take away the yidishkite but there is one thing that still remains there and that is Harav Weinberg's derashut harve Weinberg's articles. The shabbat derasha in almost every single shuls.This is what inspires them to remain an erlich a jew. I am a shaliach for my father from there: to give you a big yishkoach(chazak barooch). My father was telling me that they put together ravs articels and made it to a book. Harav Weinberg, you are the one who keeps the yiddishkite going where talmud bavli was written.This was where Amuraim lived.I am a shaliach to tell you that we will daven for you and wish you a refua shelema.I am not a shaliach only from one person;I am a shaliach from the whole jewish people in Iran.Those people are inspire from your derashut.

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Virginia Nordyke,
January 31, 2008 12:50 PM

May Rabbi Weinberg soon be healed for G-d"s Glory.

How could anyone not be inspired by the writings and shared wisdom of this dear Rabbi Weinberg? may he be healed soon and may he continue to draw us all to a closer walk with our beloved Almighty. Sincerely and with deep appreciation. Virginia N.

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oliver white,
January 31, 2008 12:49 PM

Through the leadership of Rav Noah Aish continues to play a cenrtal part in my life. In point of fact, I met my wife whilst jointly attending a weekly Aish parsha shiur , so if for no other reason I remain forever gratful to Aish for this. I met the Rav on several occasions and was stirred by his powerful gentleness. May Hashem grant him the fullest and speediest of recoveries.

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Reuven Jacob,
January 31, 2008 12:33 PM

....One man can save MORE than six million

Passion, devotion, commitment, loyalty, courage & dedication - all in one great man!

Rav Noach words cannot express enough how special you are in the eyes of the Almighty and all around you, thank you for all your outstanding achievements and for making the continuous effort you do to ensure Jewish survival, May Hashem bless you with a complete and speedy Refua Shelayma so you can continue making your dreams a reality

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dovid asher,
January 31, 2008 11:42 AM

My rebbie and guide to helping create b"sd a more informed klal yisral.

To My Dear Rebbie:It is in these difficult times that I wish you to know that you need look no further for inspiration and fortitude than myself. I am just a student of yours through only several hours of conversation with you, a thorough daily analysis of the 48 ways with a chevrusa, so many classes, lectures, and even a friday night meal. But I was never a regular, unfortunately. Nevertheless, you have transformed my family, my friends, my students, and myself. Your passion and brilliance shines through Elliot and Shaul marrying into my family, your lessons being referred to in my house, my chevra dedicating themselves to Avodas Hakodesh (not Aish people), when I give classes it is your ideas I give over most often, and it is your dedication that I look towards to get me through periods of doubt in my pursuit of fighting for klal Yisrael's thriving. Please take strength from these words and battle the cancer into submission so that you can have more stories like mine.

Love,Dovid Asher

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Yael Freimann,
January 31, 2008 11:04 AM

Refua Shelema

I met you a couple of years back when I was a student madrija for the Jerusalem Fellowships. You emanated such happiness, strength, and calm. I was so impressed by your happy outlook on life and how you tied that to Hashem and his teachings. I can just imagine how many lives you have touched, not only through your organization, but personally. Refuah Shelema and Thank you.

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Robert Rosenberg,
January 31, 2008 10:39 AM

A special man

In my life I think that I have met very few extraordinary people. Sure, there are many people whom I respect (whether religous or not) but I can count on one hand the occassions when I have met someone who had the genius quality you only get to see once every decade. I spent a very short time at Aish 10 years ago and was very excited to have an audience with a man who had acheived so much. It was a short meeting and I can't even remember what he said, just the way he said it. I've met thousands of strangers but this 5 minute meeting I will remember all my life. Quite simply, this is a man who walks with Hashem. He has saved thousands of Jewish Souls today and will, as a result, save tens of thousands more tomorrow. May he have a speedy recovery.Robert

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Dalia Simone Barnes,
January 31, 2008 10:05 AM

Because of you we now can share the Light !!

Another Holy Spark brought back to life, due to the Rosh HaYeshiva and The Rebbetzin, in that merit, Just like you were our torch in the darkness now it's our turn to shine all the light back through prayers of complete healing and continual self growth and together may we all experience the days of gaula very very soon.

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anonymous daily,
January 31, 2008 9:09 AM

Rabbi Weinberg, again you are in my tefillos and i pray to hashem to act towards you with love and kindness like you have shown and poured out to thousands around the world. May hashem grant you a refuah shelaima. I told my daughter and son in law abut the 48 ways that i took upon myself to learn in your zechus and they too were inspired to learn one way a day in the hope that it will be a merit for youre speedy recovery. Kol Tuv!

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Efraim Katz - Baltimore,
January 31, 2008 8:53 AM

(Yet Another) Family who'd be nowhere or worse...

In 1982, I spent time at Aish; my aishes chayil and I have, B'H, a Torah-centered life and children who love Hashem and his ways. All thanks to his efforts.

I remember challenging Reb Noach about Pirke Avos and how "comfort interferes with happiness." I was adamant that giving up (gashmius-like) comfort was not a prerequisite for acquiring the happiness of Torah.

I now have a different take. It's not OUR OWN comfort that interferes with OUR OWN happiness, but it's our own comfort that interferes with SOMEONE ELSE'S happiness. In other words, you've got to take time and take a risk and go the extra mile... to help SOMEONE ELSE find their happiness in Torah.

With the intention of influencing a refua shelaima for Yisroel Noach ben Hinda, I'll attempt to make myself a little "uncomfortable" and serve as a messenger for someone else's happiness.

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Philip Drash, Toronto Canada,
January 31, 2008 8:47 AM

An Ambassador for Jews Everywhere

Rav,

I had the pleasure of meeting you when I was a first year university student in the summer of 1983. A "conservative" Jew who had graduated from a perochial Hebrew Day School, I had been exposed to many teachers that presumed to preach and judge me and my level of observance, each believing they had the "answer". Needless to say, I was bowled over by your unassuming warmth, wise words, boundless patience and the way you made me feel important as someone who felt very fortunate to get "face time" with a Rosh Yeshiva. Instead of precribing answers, you posed questions...questions that inspired me to rethink who I was, my beliefs and the person (and Jew) I aspired to be. One of your messages that, at its core, the Torah was the blueprint through which the Ribono Shel Olam, desires to give us pleasure particularly resonated with me. That "sound-bite" is but one example of the thought-provoking message conveyed in a plainspeaking style that is beautiful in its simplicity and has made you a beloved, galvanizing force for Jews around the world who practice Yidishkite in different ways.

While by no means a devout Jew, today I feel very blessed and better off for having known you and received your messages through various channels.

Having perused the other messages you have received, it is abundantly obvious that you have touched and enriched many lives and like the glimpse Hashem gave Moshe into a land he would not inhabit, you are seeing a glimpse of the legacy you have built and nurtured.

rav, we need you more than ever and I along with Klal Yisroel will say a mishabarach for your refuah sh'leimah.

From strength to strength,

Phil

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avi muyderman,
January 31, 2008 8:28 AM

refuah shlema

For 32 years now you have been my spiritual guide and you have always been on my mind although sometimes for years you don't hear from me.May ha Shem bless you and keep you with us for a long time longer Yisrael Noach ben Hinda.

avi

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Tanya Hackenbroch,
January 31, 2008 8:15 AM

Hakaros HaTov to the esteemed Rosh HaYeshiva

B'ka'avod Rabbi,I only have gratitude for what you and Rebbetzin Weinberg have done for myself, my family & the Jewish nation as a whole. If it wernt for your vision and action, I wouldnt have the marriage I have, the husband I have, the strength I have, the belief I have, the conviction I have, the solid foundations and grounding I have, the love of Torah & Mitzvos I have.....or the yiddeshe kinderlach that we have.....they are yours and Rebbetzin Weinbergs too.

You are a true Eved Hashem & I bless you that you should have a refuah shlaymah and be able to continue with your avodas H-shem. May you live in good health till 120 and please....please, keep inspiring people like you do and lets bring the Geula Shlayma....together!

Dear Rabbi Weinberg:Just a note to thank you for your wonderful contributions to make the world a better place -- for both Jews and non Jews. I've been learning a lot from your books, as well as the Aish Ha Torah Website, which I visit and study on daily basis. My life has been impacted and changed by your teachings, and I do want to learn more and more in order to teach others. I truly wish to visit with you in Jerusalem, and thank you personally for all the good you have done to me and so many other people who are benefitting from your wisdom. I feel a profound love for Israel and for the Jewish People. And You, Rabbi Weinberg, have helped me see the world on a totally new and awesome perspective. I pray that the Almighty, Creator and Sustainer of the Universe, embraces you with His Love, His Cure and His Blessings, and gives you a Long, Healthy and Productive Life. With Kindest Regards, deep respect and sincere gratitude.TODA RABA!!!Margareth - Brazil

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Steven Hirsh,
January 31, 2008 7:22 AM

Prayers for healing

My prayers go out to you for a fast recovery and healing from your illness. You have been an inspiration and your efforts to educate are appreciated.

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Rivka Chaya,
January 31, 2008 7:11 AM

Thank you Rabbi Weinberg

About 16 years ago I was looking for a place of learning for someone like me. I'm an adult learner who happens to be a convert to Orthodox Judaism. I had learned of Aish HaTorah and gave them a call to inquire for places of learning for someone like me. And someone very specail answered the phone. Her name:Dvora Miller Margolis. She gave me the information I was looking for. Offered me words of encouragement. Helped me prepare for my learning experience in Yerushalyim. Became my best friend. And then my sister. Invited me not only into her life,but the lives of her family. They have become my family. My jewish family. The family I would never have had if not for Rabbi Weinberg,May G-D gran him a complete recovery and to 120 years.

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Anonymous,
January 31, 2008 6:06 AM

Refua Shlema to a Rav who has touched thousands worldwide

in 2001, i went on the New York fellowships from London. At the time, i was not observant at all and felt far removed from Judaism, despite having attended jewish schools .To cut a long story short i was well and truly inspired by the wonderful resources of Aish and when i returned home i met a Jewish guy at the aish centre where i continued to learn and attend shiurim, together we became frummer and now are married with 2 sons who we are raising in an observant family. I owe so much to Aish and am just one example of thousands of jews who's lives have been enriched by the wonderful vision of Rav Weinberg.Wishing Rav Weinberg a Refua Shlema

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Anonymous,
January 31, 2008 5:13 AM

Everything I've become, I owe to Rav Weinberg

Four years ago I went on an Aish UK Fellowships program from to New York. It is not possible to describe the change this made to my life. I was a high school student with no real real belief in G-d and no feelings towards Judaism beyond a very vague sense of tradition, on my way to a university with a weak Jewish community and values that would only undermine the very little connection to my heritage that I had to coming to Israel and studying in seminary for two years and deciding to stay here, and work in a job that involves reaching out to other Jews.

The deep meaning, joy and dedication to truth and growth that is now the focus of my life only came about because of Rav Weinberg, because he decided that there were Jews out there who didn't know what Judaism was really all about, and how this affected them, and that they needed to know.

He truly saved my life, and all of my mitzvot and spiritual developments since going on Aish are due to him. May Hashem sppedily grant him a refuah sheleima.

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Adam Neira,
January 31, 2008 3:42 AM

Prayers...

Prayers and blessings for Rabbi Weinberg. I first visited Aish.com in 2000 and have found it an excellent resource. Rabbi Weinberg has been a tower of inspiration and wisdom.

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Dan,
January 31, 2008 3:15 AM

Refuah Schleima Rav

Rav, we have never met but I have learnt so much from you. We pray for your complete and speedy recovery and wish your family lots of strength at this time.

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Bernard Aybout,
January 31, 2008 2:08 AM

G-d Bless....

A great teacher, a great man. May the almighty grant you the wisdom and strength . Berny.

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Steve,
January 31, 2008 1:40 AM

Thank You

Rav, I have never met you in person, but the organization you have spawned has inspired me greatly. You have done a wonderful job in bringing Judaism to the 21st century. I am not Orthodox, but if I do become Orthodox, it will be because of you and your organization. Refuah Shleima Rav - we need you! The World Needs You!

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Chana Zelasko,
January 30, 2008 9:52 PM

I just love the Rebbitzen's Shabbos tapes. I have heard them many times, and each time they bring tears to my eyes. I just love when she says "Shabbos is a gift from Hashem to the Jewish People". It makes me feel so special. Hashem should send Yisroel Noach ben Hinda a Refuah Shelmah.

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Shimmy R,
January 30, 2008 9:10 PM

Hakaras Hatov

Dear Rav Weinberg,

It is with a tremendous sense of hakaras hatov that I write this message. I first started listening to one of your tapes on making decisions 10 years ago and I really liked it. Maybe five years ago or so, I picked up your tape on happiness and that literally changed my life. I followed many of the exercises and I can truly say that any sense of hakaras hatov that I am able to muster up for people, and for things that Hashem has given me came from doing those exercises. It was truly eye opening to realize how much I had to be grateful for. Recently, I have become an avid listener of your 48 ways. I currently have listened to all the ways up until "nosei ol chaveiro." (and several of them I have listened to numerous times) I feel that listening to these tapes (and working on the exercises) in the morning has opened up so many things to me. I have incorporated many of your suggestions. In any case, I just want to extend my wishes for a refuah sheleimah and to express my sincere hakaras hatov for what you have given me.

Sincerely,

Shimmy R

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Aviva Skurowitz,
January 30, 2008 8:35 PM

I am married to Avram (Andy) Skurowitz, someone who became frum because of Rav Noach

My husband and I wish Rav Noach a complete Refuah Shelamah. I first met Rav Noach about 23 years ago, when my husband (we were almost engaged at that point) introduced me to his Rosh Yeshiva, Rav Noach Weinberg. My husband was nervous and anxious - he wanted his his Rosh Yeshiva to approve of the shidduch. I walked into the Rosh Yeshiva's old office, and faced Rav Noach and was taken aback by the light and kedusha that I felt in the room - it was obviously emanating from Rav Noach's presence. The Rosh Yeshiva spoke directly to me, and asked me questions. I knew at once that I was in the presence of a very special person filled with kedushas HaShem. My husband and I will never forget that day. We thank Rav Noach for his dedication and commitment. This commitment has touched so many lives including ours. We are a Torah Jews because of this amazing man. May HaShem bring him a complete refuah!

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David,
January 30, 2008 8:30 PM

Refu'ah Sh'leimah

10 years ago you and your organization inspired a secular Jew to kasher his kitchen, observe shabbat, study Torah, and don Tefillin. May God provide you many more days to alter the lives of others

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Jeanette Weinschel,
January 30, 2008 8:24 PM

v ery uplifting articles

I am taking upon myself bilineder to say my brachas more carefully for a refuah shlaimah for Rabbi Weinberg

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Jonathan Madof,
January 30, 2008 8:20 PM

Refuah Shleimah!

I've only heard a few of Rav Weinberg's shiurim, but as a baal teshuvah I know that there are very few of us who have not been affected by Rav Weinberg's work. He is truly an inspiration to all who come in contact with him. We're all praying for your speedy recovery!

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Esty,
January 30, 2008 7:35 PM

Refuah Sheleimah! I also want to thank the Rav for taking a leading and pioneering role in kiruv rechokim and for everything he does for me and Klal Yisrael. (By the way, I have not yet been priveleged to meet the Rav, however I know a number of Aish HaTorah graduates and their families, and I often read articles from Aish.com, and I watched "From the Ashes" and I never cease to be amazed and inspired by what an individual can accomplish!

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Anonymous,
January 30, 2008 6:46 PM

A beacon of light

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I am and always will be your no. 1 fan. I would like you to know how much I enjoy your teachings.Thank you for the treasures of the 48 ways of wisdom and the gift of the Torah - you are the embodiment of it. Wishing you a speedy recovery and many, many years of good health that all beings will benefit from your guidance.Shalom.

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Ori Bergman,
January 30, 2008 6:28 PM

In prayer and with thanks

To the Rav, you have created a centre of intellectual honesty and for this I am forever grateful- I would be a less fulfilled person if I it was not for Aish Hatorah.From the village shul in Toronto, thank you

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anonymous daily,
January 30, 2008 5:55 PM

As I promised, you continue to be in my thoughts and tefillos daily. Wishing you a speedy pain free recovery. Klal yisroel needs special people like you to keep us going. I continue to learn the 48 ways, a new way every day and encourage others to do the same. May this all be a zechus for you.

Thank you for startign such a great web site. I am now about to leave Isreal and i hope to Bli" Nader to complete the whole Sefer Tehilem in the Zecous that you have a Refua Shelama very quickly.

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Geoffrey Weisbaum,
January 30, 2008 3:55 PM

Refuah shelema

Rabbi Weinberg: May Hashem grant you a full and complete recovery so that you can continue to do His work for this world.

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Dafna Dancykier,
January 30, 2008 3:51 PM

Thank you for all that you do for all people around the world. I am about to leave Esetz Yisreal and will try Bli Neder to say the whole Sefer Tehillem in your Zecous, May you have a Refea Shelama.

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noach eliyahu tolwin (age 9),
January 30, 2008 3:09 PM

Dear Rebbe, You have taught my father a lot of torah and life's lessons. Thank you. My brothers teach your lessons too. We have you on our tehillim list at my school. And, we have you in mind during our learning and prayers. We want you to have a speedy recovery. You have more things to do. My Mom says what we can't put in to words, we will put in our prayers. Love, the whole Tolwin family

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Andrew Avakian,
January 30, 2008 2:52 PM

Life is Urgent

Rabbi Weinberg,Your organization Aish HaTorah gave me the opportunity to study in Jerusalem for six weeks back in the fall and what a rich and rewarding experience it was. I did not get to meet you personally but heard some of your motivational musings and was deeply inspired to continue my study of Torah. May Hashem heal you soon.

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Anonymous,
January 30, 2008 1:25 PM

a very speedy recovery

I wish the rabbai a very speedy recovery.I have a friend that is very ill and in the hospital,so I pray for all sick people to be well as soon as possible.

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chanaleah,
January 30, 2008 1:24 PM

worlds

Everyone is born into this world.some people destroy worlds and others create worlds-the power is within each of us. You have realize the value of each and every world.Chazal say that saving one life is like saving the world. May all of your worlds be a zechus for a speedy refuah shelama.

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C Anne J,
January 30, 2008 11:11 AM

Many Thank You's

Dear Rabbi Thank You and Aish for saving my life and my soul.Every ounce of Joy in my life can be traced back to the teaching and guidance of this web site and it's partners .My relationship with God is deeper richer and more interesting and I go through life in he/she's company not dragging me feet but skipping hand in hand.Because of this web site,the willingness to share your your knowledge and experience so freely and the dogged way the faith has been clung to so all of human history could have an opportunity to be blessed a Thousand heartfelt Thank You's.God Bless You.

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DR. RENATO PALMA,
January 30, 2008 11:07 AM

May HASHEM heal the Rabbai

I was blessed until today with new understanding of the Torah trough the teachings of Rabbi, my best wishes for your recovery . Hashem blesses you, from Guatemala city.

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warren,
January 30, 2008 10:45 AM

Righteous Gentile Greatly Inspired

About eight years ago I began reading Aish and absorbed all manor of teachings about God and life. Thank you Rabbi Noah Weinberg for assisting me in my journey to become a Jew. Today I tell people "I am Jewish but not yet a Jew". You have been a great inspiration. God bless and comfort you.

warren.

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Hy and Marilyn Finegold,
January 30, 2008 10:02 AM

Dear Rav: May your sould and your heart weather this storm knowing how many people honor you and respect your teachings.

Dear Rav: Our hearts are full of love for you. We have learned (and tried to put into practice) so much of your teachings. We hold you in our hearts forever because you have made our paths clearer, and enriched our lives with more understanding. We are not young any more (73 years young); but your teachings have helped us weather storms of bewilderment during sad times. And, more happily, understand that we are so fortunate to be here, in Israel where we live. Please take the loving hands that hold you in our hearts. During this journey you must take. Love to you from Hy and Marilyn Finegold

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yehuda leb,
January 30, 2008 9:45 AM

Rav Noach and learning

Rav Noach teaches to learn shas, if not the gemora than mishna, if not mishna than mishneh torah. For sure all jews should learn the taryag mitzvos. A practical lesson is learned from all the mitzvas even if not applicable at this time; many of Rav Noachs talmidim that I know memorize the 613 mitzvahs as a list, many have learned shas gemora, many have read all of Ramban Misneh Torah and I am sure (I for one) have learned all of mishnayos.

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Sam Goldstein,
January 30, 2008 9:08 AM

My deep love for a great man

My dear Rabbi Weinberg, when I am in your company to see your smiling face and your twinkle in your eyes it touches my soul. I have deep love for you and my prayers are with you. Thank you for all you have done to me pesonaly and all the people you have touched.

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Mitch Mandel,
January 30, 2008 8:45 AM

Rebbe, Am Yisroel needs you!

Rebbe,When I walked into the Rebbe's office in January of 1976 and the Rebbe asked me, "do you want to know the Jewish secret to happiness?", who would have thought that 30 years later the Rebbe would be under the Chupah at my son's wedding - a second generation Aish student. What a joy to have my son's spiritual Tzaide perform the ceremony. Words cannot describe the gratitude. So many thousands of souls that the Rebbe has brought back to HaShem, so many thousands more are ready and waiting and with the Rebbe's help we will bring them back. May HaShem bless the Rebbe with a speedy and complete recovery, and with the Rebbe's continued leadership and guidance we will be Zocheh to the ultimate redemption, bimahra V'yamainu.Mitch Mandel and family

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Michael GuzmÃ¡n,
January 30, 2008 8:45 AM

Will always appreciate

When I was young and lost, the Yeshiva Aish Hatorah in Jerusalem became my home for some time. Even though many years have passed, I still carry in my heart the the warmth and love that was demonstrated to me by many, including Rabbi Weinburg. May G-d in his wisdom, mercy and compassion grant him many more years of life.

HBG. PA

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leebeh etel,
January 30, 2008 8:19 AM

light love and blessings

your knowledge and wisdom and intelligence and beautiful spiritual soul enlighten and enrapture my soul and my life. thank you.

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Leib Shmuel Yager,
January 30, 2008 5:42 AM

Refu'ah Sh'leimah

The opportunity you gave me to teach the Shass to beginers and advanced students alike under your auspices is a credit to your pionering vision and leadership. Get healthy fast so that you can see your visons through.

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michael patchen,
January 30, 2008 2:45 AM

"a light unto the nation"

dear rav;may HaShem grant you speedy return to health.so that you can continue to lead us by your example,not only in torah but also for the love of eretz yisroel.

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diana,
January 30, 2008 12:34 AM

may the rabbi recover soon

rabbi, you are very beloved and dear to me as you have taught me the ways of God, i teared up and I know that I will committ to elevating your teaching in my life for your sake and mine. I'm not jewish but I say this to let you know the full impact of your work in my life. Thank You

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Scott Rosenfeld,
January 29, 2008 11:46 PM

You touched me.Thanks

I have a beautiful family and I am a better Jew in part because of you. Kol tuv to you.Yisrael Rosenfeld

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Martha,
January 29, 2008 11:34 PM

Get well soon!

May G-d bless you and grant you a speedy recovery.

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DEREK GREENSTEIN,
January 29, 2008 11:16 PM

Thank you so much Rabbi Weinberg for helping to change my life. I thought the 48 ways was fantastic. I have listened to it many times, and try to review it once a year. Thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me on the phone when I was dating and considering getting engaged, and for marrying us in the Old City! We have your picture with us always- you have been and continue to be a tremendous inspiration to us. We pray for your Refuah Shleima.

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Nelda Mendez,
January 29, 2008 10:17 PM

Many blessings

Many blessings and a prompt recovery to Rabbi Weinberg.

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Michael Sklar,
January 29, 2008 10:16 PM

Refuah Sheleima

I had the privilage of being at the first Channuka party of Aish in 1974 as 16 year old. The impact the Rosh Yeshiva made on me began a journey and a relationship spanning over 30 years. Shabbes in your home, listening to your tapes, and your frindship to our entire family continues to inspire me. Thank You! We are all praying for your refua sheleima.

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Sean Haber,
January 29, 2008 9:08 PM

Refuah Shelemah!

May Hashem bless and bring a refuah shelema to Yisrael Noach ben Hinda. b"h for Aish HaTorah. I have a big Hakares Hatov to Aish and the impact it has had on my life. be"h, may we continue to see many more years of guidance and wisdom of the Rosh Yeshiva.

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Roy and Ginger Pinchot,
January 29, 2008 9:01 PM

For the last 44 years you've inspired our lives

We are praying for you. You and your dear Rebbetzin have been role-models and sources if inspiration for us since we met in 1963. You have been a blessing in our lives and we are filled with gratitude.

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Nick Asher,
January 29, 2008 7:16 PM

Our thoughts and prayers for Rabbi weinberg

I pray the God of Israel move upon Rabbi Weinberg's illness and removes it from hindering from doing his good works. Amen

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Anonymous,
January 29, 2008 6:46 PM

refuah shlema

refua shlema Rabbi, may the almighty protect you and allow you to recover from this illness. Thanks for everything you do you are an inspiration in so many people's lives.

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Anonymous,
January 29, 2008 4:23 PM

once again i wish Rabbi Weinberg a Refuah Sheleima. i plan to submit my good wishes to the rabbi every day. i want him to know that i will not stop praying for him and i think of him daily. to that extent i have taken upon myself to bli neder listen to a shiur of his daily on the "48ways to greatness" all my learning will be in the Zechus of a complete refuah for the Rabbi! so too, are my tefilos!

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Rabbi Gavriel Weinberg,
January 29, 2008 3:14 PM

Chazak ...Chazak from your Talmid (1980-2)

Rav Noach, I am sending you a prayer of Chizuk! May the Almighty give you a refuah shlema for the zechut of all your work for Am Israel. I am working on doing a big chesbon nefesh and 6 constant mitzvot on your behalf. Thanks for your devotion!

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shimmy k,
January 29, 2008 2:46 PM

Dear Rebbi, Everything I know about life is directly or indirectly from you. I'm just beginning to realize how little I have have learned from you compared to what I still can. Please get better quick- we need you!love, shimmy

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Dalia Larson,
January 29, 2008 2:25 PM

Thank you!

I have a great deal of hakaras hatov to R' Weinberg and all of Aish, for the many years of Torah learning. Aish.com is my favorite website because I know I can always find the inspiration I'm looking for! Thank you! And of course a speedy refuah sheleima!

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Chaya,
January 29, 2008 2:02 PM

Refuah Shleima

Thank you for all you've done and continue to do BE"H.May R' Yisroel Noach ben Hinda have a speedy Refuah Shleima b'soch Shaar Cholei Amo Yisrael

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Rob Kurtz,
January 29, 2008 1:41 PM

You believed in us...

Long before it was popular, you believed that we could come back, that Hashem's torah belonged to his children, so you taught it to us.. You believed lost generations could return and so you built a path that thousands have taken.. thank you Reb Noach, for believeing that those hippies, preppies, yuppies, and gen xer's were just Abraham's children.. needing direction, needing Shabbos, needing aleph-bais, needing to come home, thank you for teaching us so we could teach others, thank you for inspiring us so we could inspire others, but mostly, thank you for believing we were worth the effort... May Hashem bless you. Always.

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Rodney Slutzky,
January 29, 2008 12:28 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you!

It's now more than 32 years ago since we met for the first time in your apartment in Jerusalem. At the time, I was a young man of 25, traveling around the world. After hearing my story, you invited me to attend Aish Hatorah and stay as long as I liked. I stayed about three or four months (back in 1976). I can tell you that my time there has literally changed my life. I continue to practice my judaism, attend synagogue regularly, and learn Torah. Since the "old days," I have remained active in Jewish life and my Jewish community. My family and I have belonged to a very large conservative synagogue for more than 20 years (almost 1100 families). I recently served as the congregation's President, after serving in a number of other capacities prior to that. Who could have ever imagined? Many of the things I learned from you and at Aish, continue to be an ispiration for me, and have helped me serve my community and try to move it forward. I think of you often. I will pray for your speedy and full recovery. With much love. Rodney

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carmella mandon,
January 29, 2008 11:37 AM

Refuah Shlema dear rabbi!

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RHODASCHNARCH,
January 29, 2008 11:36 AM

DEAR RABBII PRAY TO GD FOR A COMPLETE SPEEDY RECOVERY. MAY HASHEM LISTEN TO ALL MY PRAYERS.YOU BLESSED ME TWO YEARS AGO IN TORONTO AND FOR THAT I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH.

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David Scott,
January 29, 2008 10:42 AM

You taught me that one man can change the world! You Taught me that this is the world of action! And you instilled in me the kwowlege that Hashem loves me. I will continue to live a Torah life thanks to you and your teachings. May you be blessed with a full recovery and my many more people learn from you as I have. Thank You Rabbi.

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rachel leah rotbard,
January 29, 2008 10:09 AM

we go back to R. Noach's first yeshiva in Bne Brak

l'cvod ha Rov. You planted the seeds in the 70's in Bne Brak, they spread throughout the world(s) right up to the heavens! We need you right down here to keep infusing us with your love and joy of being a True Jew!! The throngs are cheering you on and breaking through the heavens in prayer and acts of kindness and tshuva for your COMPLETE HEALING! Yeshaya and RL Rotbard

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francine,
January 29, 2008 9:59 AM

May you be renewed with good health

Our prayers: Mem-Hei-Shin- connect for healing and recovery and a retrun to good health

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al garson,
January 29, 2008 9:28 AM

refuah shelemah

may te allmighty bring you refuah shelemah and many more years of good healthshalom

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Chana Levin,
January 29, 2008 9:27 AM

Refuah Shalayma

In the merit of the thousands of people around the world who are now leading a Torah life thanks to Rav Noah Weinberg, he should have a speedy and complete refuah shalayma. I find Aish.com's articles to be very inspiring, comment often on them and forward them to friends. Thank you.

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Adriana Goldwaseer,
January 29, 2008 8:41 AM

Refuah Shlema!!

Thank you Rabbi,you made, with out any doubt a change in me and my family life.It started listening to 48 ways of wisdom,with your book What the Angel Taught You and I want to continue with my growth every day in our judaism wisdom.Thank you "be jol a lev",Refuah Shlema,I will pray for you!!

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Noelle Sullivan,
January 29, 2008 8:07 AM

Prayers for your complete recovery

Thank you, Rabbi Weinberg, for inspiring me. I am a busy mother who has very little time to study, and yet I find great wisdom in your work. I wish you well and pray for your good health.

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Uri Yitzchak,
January 29, 2008 7:19 AM

Refuah Shelemah!!

May Hashem bring a speedy refuah shelemah to Israel Noach ben Hinda and provide him with many more years of health and wisdom which he provides to us all, Amen!

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Jaia Sara,
January 29, 2008 6:57 AM

Refuah Shlemah for Rabbi Ysrael Noach ben Hinda

When I started my process of convertion, being in Chile, I allways was looking for something to sutdy, and there was, Aish.com, to help me grow. So, I think that I owe a lot to Rabbi Weinberg.Thank you so much. Now that I'm a full jewish married women, baruch H'', for sure I feel not only the aim, but also obligation to pray, and to ask to our Father in Heaven to heal rabbi Ysroel Noach ben Hinda. May Hashem Gives completely and full recovery, very soon!

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shoshana & jason eisner,
January 29, 2008 6:46 AM

Refuah Sh'leimah from Australia

We wish you A Refuah Sh'leimah and all you family (actual & extended) a lot of energy during this difficult time

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Carol Polcovar,
January 29, 2008 6:32 AM

My prayers are for Rabbi Weinberg

I have just met Rabbi Weinberg through this message and his essay on line. He is a man filled with joy and right spirit. I pray for his recovery. We all need him.

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Do Lern Hwei,
January 29, 2008 4:53 AM

Thank You for the help and encouragement

Dear Rabbi Noah, Thank you for setting up Aish. It has been a scource of encouragement to me and has helped me to understand the Torah. Although I am not a Jew, I am also praying for Israel that its people may live in peace and learn more about G-d. May Hashem grant you health, healing and many more years of serving Him.

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yaacov and sarah shapiro,
January 29, 2008 4:32 AM

There are no words to adequately convey our eternal debt of gratitude to Rav Noach, and our yearning for his recovery.

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Gila Illouz,
January 29, 2008 2:19 AM

BS''DI am Rabbi Weinberg's biggest fan! His love for am Israel, Erets Yisrael and Torah are something we should all learn from hi. May he continue to inspire so many more Jews and connect them to Torah and mitsvot!May the Rav have a complete refua shelema!!!! We still need you SO MUCH!!!!Gila

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Beverley Pekema,
January 29, 2008 12:59 AM

PRAYER FOR HEALING

Almighty God, Creator of the Universe, we thank you for a man such as Rabbi Noah Weinberg who has inspired many including me to love and study of Torah and growth in the ongoing struggle for good to prevail against evil. Lord we ask, not by scales or anything deserved, but only by your great mercy, grace and power that you touch, heal and fully restore Rabbi Noah Weinberg and we thank you for doing so. Amen

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Anonymous,
January 29, 2008 12:51 AM

thank you

thank you dear Rabbi for all the insights and wonderful discoveries I could have made thanks to you. When I first discovered the treasures of Torah, I was running to it like to a fountain and now it is this fountain that hopefully will heal you soon and ease your pain.

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Yitzchak Steele,
January 29, 2008 12:32 AM

Thank you Rav Noach for your penetrating sanity

Thank you Rav Noach for for 6 years of learning for a family immersed in Torah Mitzvoth and love of Hashem. Thank you for never tolerating anything but complete intellectual honesty. Thank you for seeing a world of opportunity and for putting into words, and goals,the inner yearnings we all feel.Wishing you a refua shleimah and many years of health and shalva to learn and teach Torah to a world that needs guidance.

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Maayan Steele,
January 29, 2008 12:02 AM

Thanks to Rav Noach...

Thanks to the Rav, a young south african university students found Torah on a gap year in Israel. Thanks to Rav Noach he came back to south africa on short visits and shared his Torah with his sister and her friend and flatmate. Thanks to Rav Noach he would call us at all hours of the night teaching us what it meant to really strive for a relationship with Hashem. Thanks to Rav Noach these two young woman flew to Israel to learn, to grow, to connect and to finally start to understand what a real relationship with HaKodesh Baruch Hu was. Thanks to Rav Noach and his Incredible, inspirational wife and family 2 young Jewish women were taught for 4 years at EYAHT what being a real isha yiraat Hashem means. Thanks to Rav Noach and Rebbetzin Weinberg I was taught how to be a Jew and welcomed into your lives - Rebbetzin you became my "mother" when my parents couldnt understand me. You extended yourself to such lengths in helping balance my trips home to Eilat and my time in Yerushalayim. I was Zoche to Marry my husband who through Aish HaTOrah and Rav Noachs teachings was able to bring us to Israel too.We are zoche to have 3 beautiful children who daily are able to wake up and say Modeh Ani. Thanks to Rav Noach and Rebbetzin Weinberg their lives are connected to Hashem in every way they can understand. Thanks to Rav Noach and Rebbetzin Weinberg we are able to share Torah with our community in Cape Town, on Campus at the university, at our shul and in the school were we teach. May the learning, brachot, mitzvoth and love for Hashem and HIs Torah be a zechus for the Refuah Shleimah of our Rav and a strength to our Rebbetzin. There are not enough words to express our Hakaras haTov.May Hashem bless you both with a long life of Nachas and good health.

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esther,
January 28, 2008 11:40 PM

L'chvod Rav Weinberg,I wanted to take the oppurtunity to thank you for all that I have gained from you and your teachings. I've been blessed to have been raised frum. Over the years I've been by aish confrences,have heard you lecture in person,have logged onto the website daily, and I am a changed person because of it. I am inspired by the freshness and passion of your words, and I too want to conduct and live my life like that as well.I am currently in a secular college, and when I speak to my non religious brothers and sisters, the image that comes to me is a picture of you on the video "from the ashes" imploring us to put our all into building what was destroyed and not stand by while our brothers perish in the nowaday holocaust.These are just some things, but there is so much more that has inspired me.Just seeing the number of posts, it is clear of your impact.. klal yisrael is davening for your refuah shelaima, may it be b'karov!

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Hadassah Hoffer,
January 28, 2008 9:50 PM

My husband and I have been involved with Aish Toronto for well over 14 years.Currently I'm the Thornhill Community Shul's Youth Director and Bat Mitzvah CoOrdinator.We have 11 very special young ladies who are becomming Bat Mitzvah this Shabbat. I had the pleasure of teaching them. This Simcha is dedicated to HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda for a Refuah Shelayma Many people in this community have been touched deeply by the Rosh Yeshiva. We wish him well in his treatment.Please let the Rosh Yeshiva know that there are 11 more young Jewish women ready to embrace their faith and there love of Judaism.

May Hashem Heal Rabbi Weinberg.

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Ilana Kohn,
January 28, 2008 9:35 PM

May Hashem grant the Rav a refua shlema

I often read articles and Divrei Torah posted on this site,always inspiring. I'm praying for the Rav's refua slema

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Avi Levin,
January 28, 2008 9:02 PM

Refuah Shleima

May Hashem grant you a refuah shleima besoch sh'ar cholei yisroel.I know how much you have done for klal yisroel - may you be zocheh to a healthy and long life in that merit.

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Penina Jacobs,
January 28, 2008 8:24 PM

Words are Never Enough

Dear Rav Noach,

There are not enough words to describe the gratitude that I have to you and Aish/EYAHT for giving me so many blessings in my life. Our children love Torah and it is all because of your unwavering commitment to the Jewish people which humbles us all. May you have a refuah sheleima and continue to bring clarity, strength, inspiration and achdusto k'lal Yisroel.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 7:36 PM

in Rav Weinberg's honor for his healing

i will, in a quest for Rav Weinberg's healing , say Mi SheBarach and Refaeinuat all appropriate times and say all the Tehillim every 24 hours--withparticular emphasis on the healingTehillim.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 7:36 PM

Wishing you a speedy recovery

Dear Rav Weinberg,I wish you a speedy and full recovery. Warmest regards,Jared Greenberg

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Karl Rose,
January 28, 2008 7:15 PM

Daven for Health

May The Blessed One Blessed Be He, summon the earth to bring forth the elemental properties needed to heal HaRav Yisrael Noach Ben Hinda. Blessed is your Name, Hashem.

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Tammy Berman,
January 28, 2008 7:12 PM

It's all in Rev Noah Weinbgerg's Merit

Last Friday night, just before cutting the challah that I baked in the merit of Rabbi Weinberg, I asked my 12 guests to pray for the Rabbi's complete recovery. I told them that if not for him, they would not be eating at my table on Friday night. May Hshem listen to all our prayers.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 7:05 PM

G-d Bless You

Dear Rabbi,

I thank you for teaching me that Judaism is a way of life. My first class at Aish was most memorable and moved me from the position of being an illiterate Jew to a far less illiterate Jew.

True to the name of your organization, I thank you for helping to keep the candle lit. Shine on, Rabbi.

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Ana Pinto,
January 28, 2008 6:58 PM

Dear Rav,Never met you personaly, but my heart and soul from now on are and will be with you in my prayers.

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Celia Leal,
January 28, 2008 6:29 PM

God Bless You, Rabbi Weinberg

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I have received the Newsletter from Aish.com for a few years and they are an inherent part of my life and my deep link to Judaism. I feel the need of listening to GodÂ´s words through your own articles and inspiration.May God bring you His comfort and complete healing fast, in order that we and many people may be able to rejoice in your blessings and grace.The world owes you great accomplishements!My deepest regards, Shalom!

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Menashe Kaltmann,
January 28, 2008 6:01 PM

Praying from Australia

Rav Weinberg should have a Refuah Sheliema! A very speedy recovery! Please G-d grant the esteemed Rav who does so much for all of us through his many activities a speedy and complete recovery!

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 5:10 PM

My thoughts and prayers are with you

Aish is such a wonderful site for gaining Torah knowledge. I look forward to receiving Aish each work. I always gain new insite and knowedge. Thank you for all you do and the amazing wealth of Torah Knowledge that you provide. May Hashem bless you Rabbi Weinberg with a refua sh'lema.

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Nathan,
January 28, 2008 5:04 PM

"Tzedaka Tatzil MeMavet"

Not only am I going to pray very hard for the Rav, but as soon as i submit this comment my next move is going to be to write a check out to the yeshiva in honor of the Rav - May Hashem give Him Refuah Shelema - Amen! I encourage all others reading this to do the same. NS

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Margarita V. Bowers,
January 28, 2008 4:30 PM

You are now on my prayer list

Your teachings are so full of wisdom. Many I have printed out to refer back to when I need them. These teachings are so precious to me and to many others. You have touched our lives. You have really been blessed I will be praying for you to get well.

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Yishai MacKinnon,
January 28, 2008 4:23 PM

Healing Rabbi Weinberg

Your message is heard by millions. In August of 2007, my wife and I had the amazing opportunity of meeting you. Not only did we meet you but you told us "The Secret of Happiness". Since then I have shared this "secret" with my family, friends, and I have retold it to the people that I support at my work. I will continue to storm the Heavens with my prayer, teshuva, and spiritual growth. May HaShem bring you complete healing and many more years of leading us to Haolam Haba! Refuah Shlaymah!

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 3:51 PM

i have already submitted my good wishes for the Rabbi's refua shelaima.i just want Rabbi weinberg to know that i continue to daven for him.i will also seek ways of spiritual growth in his zechus.may Hashem grant him much rachamim as HE brings the refua.

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Dina Nechama,
January 28, 2008 3:25 PM

More Impact than you'll ever Know

Rabbi Weinberg, I am one of the millions of people who have listened often to cassette tapes of your shiurim, so I know your voice and have benefitted from your words. I daven for your rafuah shelayma and know that your work has had such enormous impact for the good that surely HaKadosh BaruchHu will surely take into account the z'chut you have earned uplifting more neshamot than you can ever know.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 3:07 PM

Speechless

Dear Rav Noach,I don't have the words to convey what I'm thinking and feeling. As I'm reading the posts others have written I'm both amazed and saddened.R' Noach, I and my family and friends have been davening for you. As an FFB, Aish Hatorah has changed my life. My relationship to Judaism and moreover to Hashem, has been strengthened tremendously, my life has more meaning.I've been inspired by your speeches and teachings. I've had the priviledge of sharing your teachings with others.It has always been a high point to hear you speak (live) Your dedication to changing the world and your love for Klal Yisroel are so inspiring.

R' Noach, Klal Yisroel needs you. We need you to wake the sleeping giant, so we can be zoche to bring Moshiach b'mhara b'yameinu.

May Hashem bless you with a REFUAH SHELAIMAH QUICKLY, so that you can continue doing your holy work.

With much admiration,Rivkah

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 2:56 PM

I look forward to my weekly emails and have been help by Rabbi Weinberg's writings. Please convey my deep yearning for a quick recovery from this illness. He is in my prayers.

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Ania,
January 28, 2008 2:52 PM

HaShem is our Healer

Dear Rav,My husband and I send you our sincerest commitment to prayer on your behalf. We have grown so much through your work and true love for the tikkun of our people that our lives truly would not be as rich were it not for your teachings. Thank you for the genuine love and caring you show us. May HaShem hear our pleas on your behalf and fully restore you with a complete Refuah Shlayma.Jorge and Ania

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nissim,
January 28, 2008 2:51 PM

refuah shelmah

dear rabbi weinberg .although we have never spoke one on one i just feel ur holiness around me all the time i wish you a full recovery .refuah shelmah

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Helen (Chaiah) Schwab,
January 28, 2008 2:33 PM

#27 of the "48 Ways" tapes is still in my heart

Rabbi Weinberg, G-d bless you for all the incredible teachings, given over in your inimitable way, that have spread the light of Torah over the globe.

#27 of the "48 Ways" tapes - "Happiness" - is still in my heart and mind. I carry it with me as wisdom by which to live, and G-d knows I've needed in my life. Last Shabbos at the Shabbos table, I quoted the opening story, (crediting Rabbi Weinberg and wishing him a "refuah krovah lavo") about the boy who lost his leg but "accepted it." And yesterday I utilized Rabbi Weinberg's "make a list of the benefits you have", as I was in physical and spiritual pain and knew I'd better lift myself up and out of the mood that threatened to fog up my day. It worked!May Hashem send you a refuah shleyma b'mherah

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 1:50 PM

Refuah Shelemah

I enjoy Aish Torah very much and was saddened to hear of Rav Noah's illness. I wish him a complete Refuah Shelemah and that he should live, meertz HaShem, to 120!

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Sarah Devorah,
January 28, 2008 1:46 PM

You have profoundly changed my life by helping me become a worker for Hashem B"H

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

Words cannot express the depth of my gratitude that I have for you, your staff, AISH Hatorah, and Your programs. Your work has led me from being a single mom attending a reform synagogue, without a lot of direction or purpose, to a proud Jewish Baal Teshuvah who considers herself... in a partnership with Hashem. Your Western Wall Prayer program and Partners in Prayer led me to Chabad in little ole Fort Myers Florida, where my daughter attends full time religious school and I'm an active member of the community every day and sometimes every hour (smile). My former prayer partner made Aliyah to Israel with her whole family 2 years ago.... she sent me my first sidur.....

All of this is because of you and your Life's work Rabbi Weinberg. May you be blessed with whatever Hashem deems is the highest use of your talents and life B"H. Know that you are in my daily prayers G-d willing.

May your family be blessed, inspired and have great emuna and hope, knowing that all will work out for the best B"H!I hug you in my soul Rabbi,Sarah

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Grant Jackson,
January 28, 2008 1:44 PM

Ani Hashem Rofecha

May Hashem grant you HaRav Yisrael Noah Ben Hinda the blessing of healing for a full recovery

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abigail benisti,
January 28, 2008 1:39 PM

Discovery program

Today I am a Chabadnik and mother of eight children Baruch Hashem. Eighteen years ago I was a truth seeking college student. After a very special Shabbos with my great uncle, Jerry Hochbaum & his family, on the spot I decided to keep Shabbos. Jerry's daughter Rivka Rena told me about the Discovery program which I attended the next day in New York. It was very informing and inspiring especially how close we are to Moshiach's arrival. It was a big push on the path of Tsheuvah. I personally connect with the ways of Chassidut Chabad but I also appreciate the outreach work and intellectualism of Aish HaTorah. I wish Rabbi Weinberg a complete recovery and Hashem should have mercy on all of Am Yisroel.

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Joni Fishman,
January 28, 2008 1:28 PM

May you find the strength, you have so generously given to so many of us,.

When I saw the heading of the email, I egotistically felt it must be for me. I have just undergone my second major operation. Yet, as I read on to learn the sad news of Rabbi Weinberg, I was struck by even this email was bringing me the peace, wisdom, and strength I needed to fight to recover. Please know how appreciative we are of all that Rabbi Weinberg has done to enrich and enlighten our lives. Let us care for him now. I will follow the steps suggested to honor Rabbi Weinberg, and consequently I already feel stronger. I hope it will help him as well.Joni Fishman

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 1:26 PM

Thanks and Praise and Gratitude for the information

Thank you for all the wonderful information that I have had access to due to your marvelous organization. May you have a speedy recovery and be blessed with many more years of opportunity to bring enlightenment to all Jews.

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Melody,
January 28, 2008 1:20 PM

You have inspired us -- thank you

Dear Rav,Your writings have helped me recognize that negatives can be positives. You have inspired me to be a better person by your example.You are in my daily prayers.Thank you.

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Sarah Grushevsky,
January 28, 2008 12:38 PM

Refua shleyma!

I also never met Rabbi Weinberg but i met the rebbetzin and i was greatly inspired by her lessons and the Rav's books. Aish.com totally changed my worldview and helped me grow tremendously. May H-shem grant you a speedy recovery that you'd be able to continue serving Him with such a devotion. Refuah sheleyma and lots of thanks!Sarah

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Esther Pamensky,
January 28, 2008 12:13 PM

Corisatov to Rabbi and Rebbetzein Weinberg

Hashem should bless Rav Weinberg with a complete refual shalema. If it wasnt for the opportunities that he presents to Jews that have little or no knowledge of Judaism my brother and I would not be living in Israel with families of our own. It was through Aish and EYAHT (where I went) that we were able to see the beauty of Judaism. If there was no Aish we wouldnt be here today living our dreams. Thank you for everything you have done for us. May Hashem hear ALL our prayers for your complete refua shalema

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 12:12 PM

I would like to express my tremendous gratitude to Rav Weinberg for sending out Rabbeim to teach those of us who were so ignorant in our yiddishkeit. After years of patiently answering all our questions we were able to slowly turn our homes and our lives around. Our children were fortunate to have grown up with the benefit of a true torah education and are now in Yeshivas, seminaries in eretz Yisroel, bais yakov high schools, etc. How can we possibly thank you for this gift? May The Alm-ghty grant you a complete and speedy recovery.

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aharon,
January 28, 2008 12:06 PM

refua shlema dear rab

All comunity from chile is prayed for the refua for rab noah,if now we have a lot of peole lerning tora is the work from aish a nd the rab noach. refua shlema min a shamaim

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 11:57 AM

Dear Rav Noah,I will always remember how you took the time each day to teach the 48 ways to new students at aish. I still reread my notes from those classes and learn somthing new each time. Refuah Shlayma

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Gedalia Zweig,
January 28, 2008 11:34 AM

eternal gratitude

Dearest Reb Noach, For all you 've given me and my family.For the hope , the optimism, the humour,the joy ,the guidance and the inspiration;a speedy REFUAH SHLAIMA .May you continue to guide us ..

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R' Yosef Gold, CPA,
January 28, 2008 11:24 AM

Scholar, Sage, Leader & The Kings Right Hand

I hope that my Rebbi will Forgive me for being the most troublesome of the FIRST students. As I've waivered in and out, Up & Down through my life it has always been your WISDOM and KINDNESS that has steadied me and kept me on the path. In life You are one man who truly walks with GD. You must recover because without your guidance and influence the world is doomed and millions of us with it! You stand w GD, Abraham & Moses. You hold up the world! GD Bless YOU!

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Randy Zelcer,
January 28, 2008 11:18 AM

Dear Rav Noach

It is because of the Rosh Hayashiva and all his teachings that my family and I became frum and continue to do mitzvahs and do the almighty's will. It is in the Rosh Hashiva's merit that we have 3 grandchildren who are continuing the legacy. May he have a refuah shalaymah.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 11:13 AM

A note of thanks

Most people who "know" me would be quite surprised to learn that as a teenager I came quite close to throwing off the yoke. While in college I attended a Discovery Sunday with a friend who was also going through a crisis. We then attended the Discovery Kiruv Training Seminar, were m'karev ourselves, and my friend went on to support her husband in being m'karev many others. I suspect I am not the only one who has been strenghtened by these seminars aimed at purportedly helping you strenghten others. Today I maintain my connection through the various shiurim given via your e-mail system and website. Yasher Ko'ach Rabbi Weinberg, may you have the health and strength to continue your holy work and personally usher in the arrival of Moshiach B'mhera U B'Yameinu.

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Shirley Weiss Karsevar,
January 28, 2008 11:05 AM

You have deepened my Jewishness

I can't imagine life without Aish on the internet. Everyday I recieve much wisdom and inspiration from the many gems on Aish's website. I have met so many people who embraced their Judaismdue to your deep commitment to every Jew and to Torah. May Hashem grant you a complete and speedy Refuah Shelaymah.

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Ayalah Haas,
January 28, 2008 11:02 AM

Because of the Rosh Yeshiva I Have My Life & My Family

To the Rosh Yeshiva shlit'a:Because of your Ahavas Yisrael, your vision and your perserverance, you were successful in guiding a former career girl in a "glamorous" profession back to her Jewish roots. Thanks to the Rosh Yeshiva and your emissaries at Aish NY, I am a frum Jew married to a devoted husband who became frum 10 years before me. We B"H reside in Yerushalayim with our glorious children. My life is more rich than I ever imagined it could be.

This is why, and for so many other reasons, I can say with a full heart that because of the Rosh Yeshiva I have my life and my family.

May all of the Rosh Yeshiva's zechusim bring about a Refuah Shleima!

Ayalah Haas

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Kathi,
January 28, 2008 10:39 AM

Praying for your recovery

Thank you Rabbi Weinberg for all your teachings. I have learned and grown so much from Aish Ha-Torah and this is always the first place I turn when looking for additional knowledge on any number of issues. The weekly emails I received are a constant source of enlightenment. I will pray for your recovery.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 10:37 AM

Teaching # 4 : "Life is Gorgeous : live with joy"

This thought ALONE can save COUNTLESS lives who are on the brink of despair seeing such a wild world out there.

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oleg,
January 28, 2008 10:32 AM

Rabbi Noah Weinberg

I am trying to be a good jew. I am putting on a tefillin every day. I am trying to be a shommer shabbos as best as I can. I hope and pray that Hashem will cure HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda with refuah Sheleyma. May God cure and Bless you instantly.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 10:31 AM

You have changed my life!

Dear Rav, Aish HaTorah has been the becon of light that brought me back to Judaism. I pray that the Light of The Almighty brings you the healing and comfort that you have brought to so many souls. May the love of all the souls that you have touched find its way back to you for a healing. Praying for a total Refuah Shelaymah, I remain your faithful student. Art Janklow

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 10:28 AM

Refuah shleima to Yisrael Noach ben Hinda.

When I converted in 1991 in a small town on the west coast of Flordia I took a huge leap of faith to live my life with purpose to serve Hashem. The years since -thank G-d- have been filled with incredible blessings. When a person thinks they are all alone in the world and finds out that there are millions of people who have the same love of Hashem and desire to do mitzvot - it is too difficult to express my profound gratitude to the Rav and to all the other teachers. Aish brings peace and may peace come to Rav Weinberg - in this life.

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ABRAHAM OUAKNINE,
January 28, 2008 10:20 AM

I START MY WEEK BY OPENING THE WONDERFULL WINDOW ON THE WALL GIVEN TO US BY HARAV YISRAEL NOACH BEN HINDA

WHAT A GREAT WAY TO START MY WEEK OPENING MY EMAIL AND ONLY READ THE AISH HATORAHE.MAIL SOMEHOW IT ALWAYS ANSWERS THE QUESTION OF THE DAY IN MY MIND....ONCE THATS CLEARED, I GO TO THE WONDERFULL WINDOW ON THE WALL, TO GIVE MY WRITTEN NOTE TO HASHEM, IN CASE THAT IN MY DAILY PRAYER TO HASHEM I OMMITED SOMETHING....THANKS HASHEM FOR HAVING GIVEN US HARAV YISRAEL NOACH BEN HIND MAY HE RECOVER VERY QUICKLY....AND THANKS HASHEM FOR HAVING GIVEN US AISH HATORAH TO FURTHER EDUCATE OURSELVES, AND TO TRY CONSTANTLY TO GET CLOSER TO HASHEM...THANKS...YOUR HUMBLE SERVANT...ABRAHAM OUAKNINE....

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Mike,
January 28, 2008 10:12 AM

bless you

May G-d bless you with a full and complete recovery

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Cheryl,
January 28, 2008 10:08 AM

Prayers for Rav Weinberg

Praying for you Rav Weinberg. All you have given has added depth to my faith and helped to make me a better person. I give you my prayers for healing in return.

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Jonathan Freeman,
January 28, 2008 10:08 AM

Rabbi Weinberg

I want to wish Rabbi Weinberg all the best and that he should get healthy real soon.

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hetty talhout,
January 28, 2008 10:05 AM

Dear Rabbi,All the best from the Netherlands.Hetty.

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Kim Kreinik,
January 28, 2008 10:02 AM

Please Hashem We hope that you heal quickly and continue to do all the good that you do.

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I first started listening to your tapes when I was preganat and was traveling to work 90 miles total per day. I would make the tape loud enough so that my baby in my tummy would be exposed to your wisdom before her birth. You have changed my life and i have learned so much from you in my process of becoming more observant over time. I still review the comments and parshas and teaching from Aish on a regular basis and hope that you be granted good health quickly and that hashem gives you the strength to live 120 healthy and productive years. We need your wisdom and love. With love, respect, and admiration,Kim Kreinik.

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Avrahom Yisroel Glover,
January 28, 2008 9:46 AM

You never know how many lives you touch for good...

Rabbi Weinberg, I reside in Cleveland Heights, OH. Hasham has blessed me to not only convert to this wonderful path of Judaism but to also bring with me a wonderful wife and seven childrenâ€¦ I am still the happiest man ever internally as I was when we first converted -even with all the challengesâ€¦ I have logged on to Aish.com almost daily for at least 6 years now [I started reading your website before our conversion]. This morning before starting my 4:30 am workday I reviewed the 48 ways to wisdom [way #28 -Protect what is precious]. Aish has been part of the fuel that has kept me going. May Hasham grant you a complete Refuah Shlayma! All the best, Avrahom and Sora Glover

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Ora Yellin,
January 28, 2008 9:43 AM

REFUAA SHLEIMA !!!

I wish with all my heart a REFUAA SHLEMA, and also pray with the the people in our Schul for your recovery.Your giving is beyond words, so help you God.

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marshall deltoff,
January 28, 2008 9:40 AM

Dear Rav,Although we have never met personally, you have changed my life quite profoundly. Not just through the wonderful and varied courses I have taken over the years at Aish, but primarily because I met my Bashert on the Aish dating website over five years ago. We now have a little boy, a little girl, and another one, beshaah tovah, on the way!! May our Father and Healer please Grant you a Refuah Shelaymah!!

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Carol Ann,
January 28, 2008 9:29 AM

I want you well! I am talking to the Great Physician on your behalf as I write, and will continue to do so until I get the "Good" report. I appreciate all your efforts in His Holy name... as His ambassador.

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Reuven Turk,
January 28, 2008 9:20 AM

COMPASSION IS WHAT MAKES HIS WISDOM WORK...

Dear Rav Noah:

How can you express in a few short sentences ones heartfelt hakoras hatov for making me what I am today...Your true compassion and feeling for every Jew has been my guideline for seeking to live a better life as a true Torah Jew...May the merit of your efforts on behalf of Klal Yisroel bring you a full and complete Refuah Shlayma...With warmest regards, Reuven and Gail Turk

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charles .o. sekyere,
January 28, 2008 9:18 AM

I have benefited alot from the teachings of this great Rabbi from the torah.I WISH HIM SPEEDY RECOVERY.I know the ALMIGTY will be gracious to him and restored back his health.

The teaching of Rabbi Noah Weinberg has transformed my life and vision.By his careful guidance i have known that one person can cause positive change in the world.I thank the almighty for the great wisdom he has bestow on this Rabbi.May the GOD OF ISREAL bring him quick healing.

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alan,
January 28, 2008 9:11 AM

The best education I have ever received was from Rav Noah and his team-mates/colleagues/community at Aish's powerhouse; humble as they are. At a distance of time and space from Aish it amplifies loudly in a great desert EXILE!

Get well soon Rav Noah to continue your work to heal the world and the Jewish people; instilling and encouraging in our hearts and minds the obligations of Clarity, Joy, Kindness and Service.

Thank you for all your efforts; the world is a much better place in response to your intent and actions and the geometric progression of GOOD they manifest! THANK YOU! Alan AISH 76-79

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Tammy,
January 28, 2008 9:08 AM

He is a great one among us

We are all davening that Hashem grant R'Yisroel Noach ben Hinda a Refuah Shlaima Min Hashamayim. Your holy work on behalf of klal Yisroel is monumental and extremely inspirational. May you be zocheh to many more years of gezunt and nachas in seeing your dreams come to fruition. It is certainly in your merit that Aish has become the source of Bracha and welcome to lost Jews everywhere. May the zechus of all you've doen protect you and klal yisroel.

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Rachel,
January 28, 2008 8:42 AM

Prayer

My prayers are with you Rabbi Weinberg. May you be blessed with a full and speedy recovery. You are truly a spiritual light to so many, myself included, and an inspiration.

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Joe,
January 28, 2008 8:31 AM

I owe this man very much

I can say with five fingered clarity that without Rabbi Weinberg - and the close friendships I formed with some of his students, and my time at Aish, I would never have had the tools to set myself on the path of learning.

I owe him so much. I never was taught the first thing about Judaism in the "temple" I went to as a child. As a college student, I had no reason to believe that so very much of what I was looking for was right in my own heritage. Without his work, I would not have had someone more learned than me, reach out to me, and give me the gift of my own birthright.

For what it is worth, I pray with all my heart for his speedy recovery.

Rav Noah, if you get to see this little post, please know that I still care and I am still "angry" (in the appropriate way).

I love my people and I will never give up on them.

Yours, with greatest regard, respect and affection,

Joe Harris

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 8:09 AM

REFUAH SHELAIMAH- KLAL YISRAEL NEEDS YOU

Dear Rav Weinberg,The fire and light that "Aish" has created is inspiring Jews everywhere. Your website is exposing Jews with minimal backgrounds to the beauty of Torah and tradition. May Hashem grant you a refuah shelaimah b'karov!

DSMonsey,NY

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 8:00 AM

Thank you

For my entire life, it seems, I've been in a tailspin, spiraling toward self-destruction (often with my own two hands on the helm)--getting angrier, more frustrated, more despairing of hope and more apathetic toward existence with each progressing day...And, admittedly, for no good reason.

This past year, I was blessed to be brought to Aish HaTorah in Jerusalem, where I learned from the Rabbis you nourish, felt love from the Yeshiva bochurs you raise, and worked to live the wisdom you teach--and for the first time that I can remember, I felt like there was light in the distance.

I am still traveling the road, and the light is getting nearer and brighter. I have the Rabbi to thank, like so many others I have met, for helping me to pull the breaks on a runaway train, for opening my eyes to the possibility of meaning and joy and love and Truth. Thank you for everything.

I pray that you have a refuah shlema, and in your merit I choose to live with joy and awareness of the remarkable beauty of life.

May you heal quickly...The world is still a dark place in need of your light.

My husband and I have been greatly inspired by Aish HaTorah and the many good works it promotes. We wish Rabbi Noach Weinberg a refuah shlemah.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 6:54 AM

REFUA SHLEIMA

Aish Hatora changed my life- as a madricha on one of the programs this summer and through being involved with my family for many years. There are so many more Jews out there who havent had the opportunity to see the light of judiasm and so much more work to be done...Be"h the Rav should have a speedy and easy recovery and continue the amazing work and shiurim.We are davening...

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MOSHE,
January 28, 2008 6:53 AM

V'kovei Hashem Yachalifu Koach

I am what you call a "FFB" (Frum from birth) I will never be able to repay the "Chizuk" and direction I got from listening to audio of Rabbi Weinberg's lectures, I am deeply disturbed to hear of his illness and I will B"H pray for his full and absolute recovery. May Rabbi Yisroel Noach ben Hinda have a refuah shleima immediately.

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Leah,
January 28, 2008 6:40 AM

We bless Rav Yisrael Noah ben Hinda with a Refua Shleima

In great appreciation for all the Torah the Rabbi has given us all, we ask Hashem to bless Harav Yisrael Noah ben Hinda with a Refua Shleima.

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Abraham Bohadana,
January 28, 2008 6:03 AM

Praying for Rav Weinberg

Rabbi Weinberg has made a huge impact both on my personal and professional life. Since I learned he was sick I'm praying twice a day for his complete recovery. Also, my wife and I started reviewing his teachings; both of us commited to change for the better on behalf of his recovery. May Hashem grant him Refuah Shlema.

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Pete,
January 28, 2008 4:34 AM

Rabbi, get well!

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Malka,
January 28, 2008 4:31 AM

refuah shleima

Reading the stories from Aish HaTorah has taught me how to love and honor Hashem and I am eternally grateful for having this opportunity. I would like to wish Yisrael Noach ben Hinda a refuah shleima and hope that he will continue to teach us with his wisdom.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 3:54 AM

thank you

Thank you Rabbi for everything. I have benefitted immensely from Eyaht, where I studied, and I am inspired daily by aish.com and often brought to tears. It reminds me to remember what's really important. May Hashem grant the Rav a refuah shleimah

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David ziering,
January 28, 2008 3:24 AM

We need you!

Dear Rebi Mori,I believe that there is no one left in the word today with the clarity that you have attained. The clarity of the 6 constant Mitzvot, the clarity of redemption, the clarity of human understanding.We need you here to help us bring the Moshiach. We are all working to be like Eliezer, but we need your help to finish the job. May the Almighty give you a Refuah Shleima and have this illness only be a short test for all of us to wake up and wake up the world.David Ziering

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max,
January 28, 2008 3:05 AM

thank you

Can only thank you for the seeds you have planted which are bearing fruit continually. The exponential growth of Aish is testament to Chazal's statement that anything established for the sake of heaven will last. This can be understood by seeing how people have reacted to Rav Noach's obvious genuineness. May he have a speedy Refuah Shleimah

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meyer mordekhai knafo,
January 28, 2008 3:01 AM

we are all Light "conveyors"don't keep it for you !

first ,a strong and sincere REFOUAH CHELEMAto Rav NOAH WEINBERG, whom I don't know personnally, but whom I appreciate his Guidance and Torah Light transmition to all of us, being an exemple for all the jews as 'AM EHAD.Hashem gives us continuously, so let's Transmit all this Love and Light to those who need .Every one is a unique and special music note for the world Harmony ...make a Chir Hadach,as we need each Note!!

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Zelig Pliskin,
January 28, 2008 1:38 AM

Dear Rav Noah, Your very being is a great inspiration!

I was very moved by the many comments so far (201). They brought tears to my eyes. I remember clearly the first time we spoke when you told me about your plans to start Aish Hatorah. You had a vision of bringing all of Klal Yisroel back to Torah. What you have already done is amazing, as can be seen by the many comments. What you still plan to do is even more amazing. May Hashem Yisborach give you the health and strength to continue your holy work. In Pirkei Avos, 6th chapter, Rabbi Meir says that anyone who learns Torah with pure motivations will merit much good. The qualities listed are the qualities you teach in deed and action: Love for Hashem, Love for people, Bringing joy to Hashem, Bringing joy to people. You are an inspiration. May we all learn from you.

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Sandra,
January 28, 2008 1:24 AM

I prayed for healing

Off course I prayed for healing.Aish brought me closer to God and it is very important to me. It's an honor to pray for Rabbi Weinberg. I hope we may enjoy his writings for a very long time. It's all up to God.God bless you Rabbi Weinberg. I wish you strenghth and courage.

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Anonymous,
January 28, 2008 12:21 AM

Healing for Rabbi Noah Weinberg

May Hashem grant Rabbi a full recovery. I have never read any of his article that I know of, but praying for healing for a fellow Jew is an honor and a privilege. May his recovery be soon.

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Ruth,
January 27, 2008 11:42 PM

MAY GOD BLESS YOU RABBI WEINBERG AND, KEEP YOU IN HIS LOVING CARE! MAY I ALSO SAY YOU HAVE A SWEET AND KIND FACE AND, I ALSO SEE THE LIGHT IN YOUR EYES! HOPE AND PRAY ALL GOES WELL WITH THE ILLNESS YOU NOW HAVE! TAKE CARE, Ruth

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Tzvi Kalman,
January 27, 2008 11:31 PM

refuah shelama

A refuah shelama to harav yisroel noach ben hinda, who was my introducer to the torah of hashem and his people.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 11:27 PM

Your work changed my life

Thank you, Rabbi Weinberg. Were it not for Aish.com, I never would have learned (and continue to learn) as much as I have over the years, and would never have returned to my Jewish roots and converted--I wouldn't have an Orthodox Jewish home dedicated to Torah and mitzvot... your tireless work on Aish HaTorah has no doubt changed countless lives in ways you cannot even imagine. May Hashem grant an immediate refuah Shelema for HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda!

Ha Rav Noach Weinberg has impacted the quality of my life more than any other person, (besides my parents.)

I craved meaning and understanding from my teens until I started learning with Aish.I had no clue what life was really about, certainly no idea what a Jew's place in the world was.A God that loves me? Life has purpose?Instructions for living is found in the Torah?!!Loving Jews with a full heart without judging the diameter of their kippah?

So many fundamental ways I see the world came about through the guidance of Rav Noach.

My family and I will continue to daven for him and try to live more in line with what he dreams about for us.

We're eternally grateful to him for this life and the next.

Marc and Beth Firestone and family

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 10:09 PM

i've been introduced to the rabbi and the many teachers of aish through the computer.i've listened to and read hundreds of hours of shiurim.the many life lessons that i learned carried me through a very trying time in my life.i was actually a caretaker for very sick family members.i would therefor like rabbi weinberg to know that on many levels i am sensitive to his situation.i've seen illness and i know that for Hakodosh baruch hu nothing is too difficult.i;ve witnessed open miracles and literally techias hameisim.i pray for the Rabbi's refua shelaima.i have much hakoras hatov for the quantity and quality of tora learning that the Rabbi inspired and spread throughout the world.i am always impressed with the teachers who are the Rabbi's students.they spread the beauty of tora in a very refreshing and uplifting way.they always repeat stories and lessons learned from the Rabbi in his name..what a magnificent accomplishment from one amazing human being.refua shelaima-may we all look forward to continued years of tora learning with Rabbi weinberg.

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Yosef Schwab,
January 27, 2008 10:03 PM

Refuah

A refuah shlaymah min hashamayim mherah to R' noach ben hindah

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Debra Katz.,
January 27, 2008 9:31 PM

May you be forever blessed Rabbi Weinberg

Thank you for everything from Aish and you too and I'll write my comments in a poem as I'm a poet.

May God bless your health every day, Making you stronger to continue your blessed life in every way. The Lord our God will be always to you be so near, Giving you support since your life's precious to Him and so dear. Each may your strength again be so full and strong- Enough for when Springtime comes to enjoy birds in song! So dear gentle Rabbi Weinberg gently have your rest, Then when you regain your health swiftly you'll be at your very best!

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Jeff Braun,
January 27, 2008 9:04 PM

Todah

Rabbi Weinberg, I have been praying for you from the first day we met. And since I have only met you once, You made a major impact on my life. Shortly after my son was born, I started studying at Aish on 83rd street. The programs, people and experiences have improve my life and some many more. I will continue to Daven for you with great honor and respect. "May Hashem continue to bless you with health, simcha Torah, Torah wisdom,wisdom Torah, chesid, simcha strength, Torah strength, strength, understanding and peace".With much love,The Braun family

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David Zumoff,
January 27, 2008 7:14 PM

Refuah shlama, and I will be in Jerusalem 3/16-4/9/08

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I will never forget in around 1982 or so I heard your comment that "give me 2 weeks and I will make you a Jew."It was something to that effect that my Dad and I heard about AishHaTorah.Get well right away.I enjoyed the Discovery program when I lived in Passaic, NJ from 1986-1991.Teaneck hosted Discovery one time when I went.So much great Torah study and the Wall Cam, such an amazing website. Be well, See you and the Yeshiva around Purim time!

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Nancy January,
January 27, 2008 6:20 PM

Rabbi, your name is not "Noach" for nothing.

Dear Rabbi,

You name is not "Noach" for nothing. Observant Noahides around the world depend on Aish.com for information, teaching, encouragement. Thank you for all you have done to make us and our world a better place. We pray for you a speedy and complete recovery.

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Noelle,
January 27, 2008 6:07 PM

WE NEED YOU AND WITH YOU IN SPIRIT !

Dear Aish and Rabbi Weinberg,I would be a lost soul without this website (i was a lost soul before the site ). I am trying my best with religion and it can be challenging.When all else fails ,I tell myself , at least I have this website and can feel connected to judaism. I did not receive the weekly email for almost two weeks recently and I was really sad.Thankyou so much for the website and all the true information. Pleae get well I need your strenght.This website has made me so happy.Even if I don't read all the articles it is important for me to receive the email. It makes me happy and to feel spiritualy safe.Thankyou,thankyou,thankyou !!!!

YOUR FRIEND ALWAYS,NOELLE STILLS

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Anita,
January 27, 2008 6:00 PM

I am praying

Hi,

I'm a Goy that has been inspired by AishHaTorah and Rabbi Weinberg. I enjoy his teachings so much, and Rabbi Weinberg is a very intelligent man, and I pray that G-d heals him, for our G-d is a healing G-d....

Shalom!Anita PesolaBrandon, Florida USA

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Herschel Arnow,
January 27, 2008 4:56 PM

just another statistic

Dear Rosh Yeshiva,If I was not fortunate enough to come Aish I would have just been another statistic.Divorced, not married or intermarried.Unhappy,undirected and depressed.You have given me life.I owe it all to you.A happy person,with a purpose.I have the tools to grow and help others along the way.My proof of the pudding is my beautiful family.My wonderful wife,three happily married daughters,three grandchildrenand others on the way,my 19 year son learning in Yeshiva.Myself living my dream come true being the Chef in your Yeshiva,Aish HaTorah.Thank you and get well soon!!!!!!!!!!!!Much love Chef Herschel

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Eliyahu Nourmand,
January 27, 2008 4:55 PM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg, From the entire persian community :We would like to thank you for all you have done for us

I would like to thank you on behalf of the entire persian community for all you help and support. You have been there for us and taught us how to follow the ways of the Torah. If not for you, we would not be where we are today. Words cannot describe our sincere gratitude . May Hashem give you complete refuah so that you can continue with your amazing chinuch.

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Guita H.Ribemboim,
January 27, 2008 4:05 PM

Rabi Weinberg:I hope that you will understand my English. I owe you a lot in my life. Many times when suffering for many things, your articles have helped me have hope and always rely in G`d. I wish you recover soon, because we need very much your guidance.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 4:00 PM

My prayers are with him.

I first met Rabbi Wienberg when I was 20 years of age He was as inspiring then as his colomon He made such a great impact on me. Rabbi Wienberg teaches you how to live life to the fulliest based on his words of wisdom. May g-d bless him and his family with only good and healthy things I am sorry to hear that he is ill. Robin

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jackie behar,
January 27, 2008 3:52 PM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg, I was one of the first students in Toronto Aish in 1980 and you were the first Rabbi I'd ever met and actually talked to. You were so different and I couldn't place why. Today being dati 26 years and living in Isreal it is totally clear to me the differences between you and other Rabbis in Toronto. That merit alone can and will change the whole world. I haven't seen you for 20 years and just your name brings back so many memories of those challenging newly religious years.Hashem will give you a totally refuah shlayma, he loves you a million times more than anyone, and that is a lot.Seeing all the amazing things you have done for am yisrael means that now we have to open our eyes look at what we are not doing and then get going in order to help you attain wellness and body harmony again. Change and effort are in our hands and Hashem will help all of us in our campain to help you. Refuah shlayma. jackie Behar

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Sharon,
January 27, 2008 3:36 PM

Rabbi Weinberg is a source of inspiration

Aish.com is a regular part of my weekly surfing. I usually check for articles on Sunday or Monday, and have often gone through the entire list of published articles of a writer I enjoy. A few months ago, I read an article by Rabbi Weinberg himself, on the subject of prayer. It expressed the view that G-d, like a parent, wants to bless us with only good things and we should expect Hashem to answer our prayers. I entered a comment which was really more of a question. Soon after, I received a personal answer to my e-mail address authored by the Rabbi. I was really touched that Rabbi Weinberg found the time to address me personally. I returned another question to him directly, which he answered once again. I think it really helped me to see G-d's involvement in my life, because I reasoned that if the mortal Rabbi Weinberg with his many vital undertakings could find the time to address me directly, I guess I could believe that the ominiscient and omnipotent all-good Master of the Universe all the more could love me and want to bless me with what I needed to fulfill the goals that He has for me and that I need to discover through His guidance. I was born to a religious family and have always lived a religious life, but Aish has helped me develop a deeper more personal relationship with G-d. This aids me not only in accepting the less than pleasant sides of life, but also helps me in my personal relationships with people. I can forgive more easily, thus spending less energy on negative emotions.Thank you Rabbi Weinberg and the entire Aish staff for enriching my life and the lives of so many others. May Hashem grant you Rabbi a refuah shlema so that you may continue to help so many others as you have until now. And may you not suffer pain, either physical or emotional. Ken yehi ratzon.

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Melvyn Berger,
January 27, 2008 3:09 PM

A need to be healed

May he have a complete and speedy recovery. May we continue to learn from his inspiring words and the insights we get from Aish Hatorah.

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Tovah Shayna,
January 27, 2008 3:03 PM

Rav Weinberg sounded the call for return

Rav Weinberg reached out to Jews who didn't even know what they were yearnings meant. He has led thousands maybe hundreds of thousands back to their roots. He has listened to Hashem's call and helped others to recognize the closeness of Hashem. Thank you, Bless You, and may you recover to do more if that is Hashem's wish. Love, Tovah Shayna

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Shalva Schneider,
January 27, 2008 3:02 PM

Refuah Shleima

I grew up frum. Throughout my many years of dating both FFBs and BTs,I was searching for a Ben Torah who was passonate about Hashem, Torah,and the Jewish people. I finally found that in my husband, who became frum through Aish Hatorah and it's wonderful Rabbeim. In the 2 years that I have been involved now in Aish, my eyes have been opened to the message of the Rosh Yeshiva. The power of one and the plight of the Jewish people. Growing up in the frum world that message was never imparted to me as deeply as it has over the past two years. May Hashem grant the Rosh Yeshiva a refuah shleima so that he can continue his most important work on behalf of Kllal Yisrael.

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yonah,
January 27, 2008 2:56 PM

I will be davening for you, HaRov Yisroel Noach ben Hinda and will take to heart the 4 areas enumerated in the email and work harder to incorporate them even more in my life.

Thank you for all the good you have done, and may H-shem Yisborach bless you with terrific health and more years to continue.

My life has been profoundly impacted by your lifes work and vision.

Thank you again, and G-d bless,Yonah GinsburgMonsey, New York

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Judy Freier,
January 27, 2008 2:50 PM

Refuah Shleimah, Dear Rabbi

You have reached so many and exemplify the axiom that one person can make a difference. May you have many more years to inspire. Aish has changed my life and that of my family in more ways than I can enumerate and, YOU, are AISH.May G-d grant you a speedy recovery and the strength to continue your good deeds. Judy Freier, Los Angeles, CA

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Deena Nouril,
January 27, 2008 2:44 PM

May your zechusim stand for you

Dear Rav Noach, I have a short story for you. About 11 years ago I found myself in a very secular "LA" chanukah party. The older man hosting the party asked me why I wasn't eating anything. A new b'aalas teshuva myself, having just started keeping kashrus I didn't quite know what to say without insulting him. Someone spoke up for me and said "she keeps kosher now". The man's face lit up. "wow, you mean you're orthodox?", the older man asked me. Next thing I know, he is sitting next to me confiding this story to me. "There was one time in my life that I knew the Torah was true. Someone convinced me of it when I was a young guy in college in Boston. He debated me on it AND WON! I almost became an orthodox Jew, and to this day I still think about that conversation. Funny, I still remember that guy's name..." "Nu?", I asked. "Noah Weinberg", he said. He had no idea that you had become a Rosh Yeshiva, and I had never before heard your name. The next year, like every good baalas teshuva, I came to Jerusalem to learn in sem. First Neve, then EYAHT, where I met Rebbetzin Weinberg and consequently learned your name. I was awestruck that this older Jew in LA was unwittingly hanging onto the words of an Adam Gadol, a Rosh Yeshiva from his youth and your youth. Your impact should stand in your merit. I wish you a REFUAH SHLEIMA and a huge yeshar koach for all you have given of yourself to klal yisroel. May you live long and be well.

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Judi,
January 27, 2008 2:36 PM

May Hashem bring miracles because you have been a miracle to us.

Rabbi Weinberg:

That so many people have been touched by your brilliance and your work, may Hashem look favorably and grant a refuah shalema bim hay ror!

I was priviledged to meet you in your office when I was on the GEM 2 program. You have done such wonderful work and inspired so many of His children to return. May Hashem remove any sorrow, worry or pain and remove any disease of any kind from you. May He deliver you to complete health that you may continue to be His faithful servant for many, many long years.

I will be saying Psalm 20 for you when I say Tehillim in the morning. G-d bless you.

Fondest regards,Judi

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 2:30 PM

refuah sheleimah dtudents and as aproud member of he

As a son of one of the Rosh hayeshiva;s first students and as a proud member of of the current Aish Beis Hamedrash the status of pur beloved and revered leader is an urgent wake -up call for all of us and demands our time and attention.We should all focus on the core principles that Rav Noach hsa been teaching for so long and now, more than ever, try to make it an integral part of pur daily living.May we all see and end to suffering in our time and see the Rosh Hayeshiva healthy and strong to continue leading the fight for the Jewish peoples' return to their heritage and Torah.Refuah Sheleimah Rebbe!!!

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 2:25 PM

I prayed, and shall again, for this rare person- He speaks in a positive way to teach., May he continue for a very long time. Miracles happen. I pray for one for this man. shalom. V.D.R.

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Louise,
January 27, 2008 2:15 PM

sharing your illness

Dear Rabbi Weinberg. Know that you have made a great impact on my life, opening up doors in my heart that have never been opened before. I am praying for you, and joining in with evryone one else that has found you in their lives everyday. You have made my life so much better...day after day. I will be looking for you even in my daydreams. Blessings and thank yous.... Louise

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robert ellis,
January 27, 2008 2:13 PM

I will add your name on the Mishaberach list at my shul, The Chabad of Wilmette, Illinois. Also, I will putyou in my private prayers to Hashem for a full and complete spiritual and physical healing, without a vow.

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THE TYLERS,
January 27, 2008 1:58 PM

Refuah Shelaima

We had the merit to meet with you, Rabbi, as part of the Executive Learning Program when we visited Eretz Israel when we were early on in our bal teshuvah journey.We were so inspired by everything and everyone there.We took home cassettes, including the series of the 48 ways to pleasure.Your voice and your message were like water to our parched souls. May Hashem bless you with a speedy refuah shelaima so that you can continue your holy work.With hakoras hatov- the Tylers of Monsey NY.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 1:44 PM

Praying for Rabbi Weinberg

I read Rabbi Weinberg's section every time I receive it and appreciate so much that he cares enough to take the time to share his wisdom with us. I try to put his thoughts into action.

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Ms.Helena Altmann & Mr.Yishai Perez,
January 27, 2008 1:32 PM

You are in our hearts and our prayers. Evan though we have not met only listening to you has brought us inspiration. Helena & yishai Bless you Rabbi Weinberg!!!!(we will meet one day)Bless your family!!!

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jacqui burnley,
January 27, 2008 1:23 PM

wishing a refuah shalamah to a great rav, who has inspired a generation.

greetings to a great rav and inspirational leader, who inspired others to lead and spread the word of H-ashem in this generation. May you be blessed with many more years to accomplish your holy work.

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cathy lyons,
January 27, 2008 12:27 PM

Refuah shlema

Aish has totally changed my life.....I cannot even begin to thank you. May the Rosh Yeshiva have a full refuah shlema from all of us here at Aish Philadelphia...you mean SO much to us and to the Jewish people.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 12:11 PM

Rabbi Weinberg - I owe you my life

My whole life is incredibly different and I really owe to Aish HaTorah as one of the main messengers of Hashem. I will daven for you and wish you a complete healing.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 12:07 PM

Get well

Dear Rabbi Weinstein,there a no words to express my thanks for learning by aish.com.You gave me the inspiration and engery to go back to my roots.Get well soon.

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Naphtali Chaim Pirchesky,
January 27, 2008 12:00 PM

Hashem Please give HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda a Refuah Shalamah

In the merit of all of the tefillas Aish Hatorah has placed in the Wall, may Hashem place this tefilla before His Kisa HaCavode and add years to HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda. Please Hashem.

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shaina chaya reiser,
January 27, 2008 11:57 AM

thank you for saving my life!

Thank you Rav Weinberg for saving my life! It was through your Aish Talmidim/shlichim that I was able to get to Israel, spend full time learning Torah and ultimately meet my zivug- an Aish Talmud- in Eretz Yisroel. B"H, our family is now living in a life of meaning and purpose in Eretz Yiroel . May Hashem grant the Rav a complete and quick refuah shleimah and come out stronger and more inspired than before.

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Dena Gottlieb,
January 27, 2008 11:55 AM

Refuah Shlemah

Reb Noach, you have inspired and educated so many including us FFB's. Your shiurim have always been amazingly uplifting and inspiring. I continue to learn and be inspired by what I read on Aish.com. May Hashem grant you a speedy recover and a long, long life in order to be able to keep infusing so many people with spirituality and love for Hashem. Thanks to you I am reminded that Hashem loves me!!!!!Refuah Shlemah.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 11:38 AM

Thank You and Refuah Shlaima from Dallas

Dear Rabbi Weinberg: I want you to know a few things: - Your Talmid Rabbi Yerachmiel Milstein along with the Dallas Texas Kollel, brought me back to yiddishkeit.- After attending the Discovery seminar, I got a hold of your 48 ways tapes and practically memorized them. They changed me as a husband and I still quote them frequently 10 years later.- You don't know me, but I feel that I know you a little from your tapes and feel a great love and affection for you.- The Dallas Ohr HaTorah kehilla is a mostly baal teshuva community that has grown fabulously, including a new building dedication. Aish HaTorah's speakers, website, and tapes have been huge inspirations for everything we have done and are doing.- I have had you in mind in each day ever since your heart condition, and will continue to pray for your speedy recovery. Thank for giving me and my family and community so much life. May Hashem protect you and heal you swiftly.

Rav Weinberg and Aish Hatorah have been a long time spiritual shinning beacon of light in our generation of spiritual darkness, ignorance, confusion and false ideologies ! May he continue his holy work ad mayer vesrim (120 years) !!!

Refuah Shelaima !

Yecheskel M.

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yohanan(john0,
January 27, 2008 11:20 AM

refuah shlema

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,As a former member of Or Samayah Jewish Education Project, Toronto,I heard your name and quotes from you from many Torontonians who learned with you in Israel and grew and are growing in Torah and mitzvas. I wish you a refuah shlema so that you can continue to inspire so many to grow in Yiddishkeit.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 11:18 AM

thanks and forgiveness

Aish and Rabbi Weinberg have made a major impact on my life. You were instrumental in my becoming religious. I also met my husband on speeddating.com. By the time we were engaged the site was no longer up so I had no one there to tell. I want to ask forgiveness for this and give credit where credit is due. May the Rosh Yeshiva have a refuah shlema immediately!!

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Denise Rootenberg,
January 27, 2008 11:12 AM

Aish has changed our lives so much

We emigrated to Toronto knowing very few people and not keeping kosher. After a few years, a friend introduced us to Aish. It was so wonderful to find a welcoming shul with interesting classes and a great bunch of people. This was still in the early years when they had a few rooms in the mall in Thornhill. I will never forget the year we found so many mishloach manot waiting on our doorstep - all from Aish people. We also had so many invitations for the holidays that we rolled from place to place! Our spiritual lives have been so enriched both by the shul and this incredible website. A million thanks Rav Weinberg and the rabbis and teachers (e.g. Dr. Kirzner)you have trained and a refuah shleimah.

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Jessica,
January 27, 2008 11:11 AM

Get well soon

Rabbi Noah,Thank you for Aish.com. My family is discovering our roots and did not have many resources in which to learn. Aish has been a huge blessing for us. We will be praying for your healing and blessing.

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Charles,
January 27, 2008 11:02 AM

Speedy Recovery to Rabbi Weinberg

We are from Cincinnati and met Rabbi Weinberg last summer. Our son, a physical trainer in Tel Aviv accompanied us. The Rabbi had special spiritual messages for him and he helped the Rabbi with his excercise program.We were all spiritually energized.

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Zacharia Mathews,
January 27, 2008 10:52 AM

Hashem, Heal our Dear Rabbi

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,We join with all in praying at your difficult times. Elohim, be merciful and be kind to Rabbi Weinberg, the God of mercy and compassionate.

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Yankl and Bina Ester Botwinik,
January 27, 2008 10:50 AM

We still need you!!

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,We pray for your refuah shleima. The Jerusalem Fellowship Program, Aish classes and community have guided and inspired us toward a life imbued with greater clarity and meaning. We are very grateful to you for spearheading it all. We still need your guidance. There's still much work to do before Moshiach comes. May Hashem in His infinite mercy, grant you a full and speedy recovery.

Dear Rav Noach,When Sandy and I heard of your illness we were shocked. There are no words to express our gratitude to you for everything you've done for us and continue to do for us. Your teachings made Judaism relevant and G-d real. To this day, 25 years later, I still do the 5 levels of pleasure class in my mind. That's just a speck of the influence you've had on us. Just last night I was telling my 15 year old daughter after we hosted a shabbaton for Aish 20's how you taught us that the Al'Mighty promises that if we take care of His children He'll take care of our children. We ended up speaking for an hour about the responsibility we have to other Jews to expose them to Toirah and Mitzvahs. There really is no end to how much I could write about how much impact you've had in our lives other than to say that since the Toirah is infinite and eternal so too is your role in our lives. I know I join hundreds of thousands of others in davening for your refuah shelaimah miyad.

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Bracha Leah Palatnik,
January 27, 2008 10:33 AM

Get Well

Dear Rav Noach,I daven for you every day. My parents became frum through aish and wouldn't have met if it wasn't for you. Thank you for all that you do in the world of kiruv. Bracha Leah

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neska,
January 27, 2008 10:26 AM

thank you

i first experienced aish in st louis with rabbis gruenberger and smason. i have been an avid aish reader ever since. may Hashem Bless harav yisrael noach ben hinda with a refuah shelemah.

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david,
January 27, 2008 10:23 AM

Hello Rabbi Weinberg,Aish has changed my entire outlook towards life and G-D.thank you very much for creating this wonderful institute for the jewish people.G-D will cure you and I pray with minimum pain and very quickly.Please get well soon because the Jewish people need you.

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Jeff Heilpern,
January 27, 2008 10:19 AM

A Truly Great Man!

For Rav Noach,It has been my deep privilege to have personally known you since that fateful summer of 1975. You and Aish changed my life for the better in so many important ways. You have always been a tremendous inspirtation to me and countless others. My actions, values, and ways of experiencing life on a daily basis were transformed. It was a blessing that G-d gave me to meet you and learn from you. It lead me to my dear wife, Minna, who sends love and prayers, and our wonderful daughter, Nessa, who has taken her Jewish identity, learning and activism to even greater heights.

May the Almighty recognize how much we need your presence, wisdom, guidance, and inspiration with us on earth for many years to come.

Love and blessings for complete healing and all good things,

Jeff and Minna

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Irene,
January 27, 2008 10:14 AM

Thank you.

I am not Jewish but have discoverd Aish and have learned a lot. I try to read most of the articles. Very sorry to hear that you are not feeling well and hope a full recovery for you. Again thank you.Irene

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Michelle,
January 27, 2008 10:02 AM

thanks for the enthusiasm

RabbbiMay Hashem give you a complete speedy healing

thank you for all your enthusiasm and simchah that you shared with us all

you added much light to my life

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ruth housman,
January 27, 2008 9:59 AM

this website and your work

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I am saddened to hear about your illness and pray for your recovery. May rays of light shine upon you, as ray is for pray and also prays for praise.

You have created something of great value.

with thanks

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Verna M. Black,
January 27, 2008 9:59 AM

Refuah Shelama to Rabbi N. Weinberg

It's very difficult to express my thanks to an individual as noteworthy as Rabbi Noach Weinberg, his beloved Rebbitzen, his children,grand and great and remain emotionally calm at the same time. How does one thank one for creating institutions of Jewish Higher Learning, Living and productivity to a giant in the Torah world. May you be blessed with a refuah of sweetness and continued kindness.Verna M. Black, (Ilana Plotkin Black's)mother in law formerly of Atlanta, GA.

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Arile Buchwald,
January 27, 2008 9:34 AM

Refua Shleima & Thank you for what you have done

B"HRabbi Weinberg:I want to thank you for what you have done to help people have the knowledge of Torah. What you have done it is unvaluable, Myself being a baal teshuva have benefit a lot, since I went to Israel and on Aish's weekly aticles.

I wish you refua sheleima and yesher kochach.

Thank you,Ariel Buchwald

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Beth Baker,
January 27, 2008 9:25 AM

Not until I found Aish HaTorah and starting living an observant life, did I feel fully alive. I still cry tears of joy that I am living an observant life with meaning, purpose and direction and G-d willing that my children will raise Torah obervant children. I am deeply grateful for the dedication of Rabbi Weinberg. Please Hashem, grant HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda a complete Refuah Shelaimah.

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Carolyn,
January 27, 2008 9:21 AM

My prayers are with you

This article came at a time that I needed it most in my life. I feel that I still have not found my mission in life and many times feel very down about it. I feel at my age I should have accomplished more - but I just can't figure out what I am supposed to be doing. Rabbi your writings have inspired me to look at things from a completely different perspective - the way I should have been looking at them all along. With your guidance I know I will finally find my path in life one that G-d had planned for me. May G-d grant you a speedy recovery and bring you back to full health so you can continue to inspire us Jews who are still looking for our place in life.

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Sara Yoheved Rigler,
January 27, 2008 9:16 AM

Dear Rav Noach,

There is no one on the planet who emanates ahavas Yisrael greater than yours. The pain of the "silent holocaust" is in your kishkes, but let it be balanced by the joy of the hundreds of thousands of Jews whom you have led closer to Hashem and His Torah. Whenever we are in a room with you, we feel the presence of true greatness. Refua shleima,

Leib Yaacov and Sara Yoheved Rigler

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Gary,
January 27, 2008 9:14 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg:Having discovered Aish has brought me tremendous joy over the past couple of years in my journey rediscovering my Jewish roots. Your efforts in behalf of all of us who are interested in learing more about Judaism has not gone unnoticed. I pray that G_d will bless you and provide for you a speed recovery and restoration to full health. Best, Gary

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Jane (Rudolph) Herscovici,
January 27, 2008 9:06 AM

it is all because of Aish

In the merit of our learning, becoming observant and now raising our family in Israel and all the Jews that the Rosh HaYeshiva has inspired and impacted HaShem should grant Rav Noach a complete recovery. Yisroel, Jane, Shoshanna and Eliana Herscovici

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Francisco,
January 27, 2008 8:58 AM

prayers

I am not a Jew, but i have find lots of inspiration on Rabbi Weinberg teachings and no less orientation for my personal life and my Bible studies. He is a good example of what a teacher should be, easy but profound teaching, enjoyable readings....no words can complete describe his G_d given ability to touch lives and make us better persons.

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John Hochfelder,
January 27, 2008 8:51 AM

You are in my Prayers

Rabbi - I pray for your full and speedy recovery. You have done so much for me, for the Jewish People, for the World. May you be blessed with good health and happiness for many more years.

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Josh Boretsky,
January 27, 2008 8:49 AM

Thanks - Shep nachas - Zechus for Refuah shelaymah

Dear Rebbe,Myself, my wife, my children - Our Torah, Our Mitzvhas, Our work on behalf of Klal Yisroel - THEY ARE ALL YOURS! All the students and staff of Aish HaTorah, those that are still there , those that have moved on - they are still all YOURS! You should shep nachas from them all! And all those zechusim, should bring you a speedy Refuah Shelaymah!!! Rebbe - you taught us - Yeshuas Hashem K'Heref Ayin!We are davening and undertaking for your refuah,Love forever,With great Hakores Hatov,Josh Boretsky and family.

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Raizy,
January 27, 2008 8:46 AM

Hakoras hatov

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

I consider myself an FFB BT. Aish.com has been a wonderful spiritual resource for me over the years. When I saw the over 100 comments my first thought was: Why send my wishes, I'll just keep davening for a refuah shelaimah for the rav. However, I feel the need to convey my heartfelt hakoras hatov for the spiritual sustenance I've received over the years via Aish.com. Though I grew up in a religious home, there was never a rav we sought for guidance. There have been many gedolim for whom I've recited tehillim during my life. However, the emotional upheaval I experienced upon hearing of your illness startled me. I have never felt an emotional connection to any rav let alone to one I've never met. May Hakadosh Baruch Hu grant you a refuah shelaima b'karov.

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Bracha Goetz,
January 27, 2008 8:24 AM

We love you!

Dear Reb Noach,

Our mitzvos, our children's mitzvos, our grandchildren's mitzvos and all the ripples going out in every direction from them - they are all emanating from you. Waves and waves of them, around the world, from all the neshamas you have effected. Reb Noach, it's a flood again- a wondrous, miraculous one, thank G-d!

Thank you for all that you give. May you be blessed with a complete recovery!

Love, Aryeh and Bracha Goetz and Family

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Cndi,
January 27, 2008 8:24 AM

You have made a difference in my husband.

My husband wanted nothing to do with being Jewish. He said he was a Jew and that was enough. I wanted more, and said I needed him to come with me. We have been on a very quick journy the last year or less. We are now BalSuvah. Aish has been a great inspiration to my husband. Every week he downloads the parsha, and he reads it to me. A short time ago he did not even know want a parsha was. He reads a lot of the articals from Aish. I want to thank you, Rabbi Weinberg, for your hard work with Aish. May you have a Rafruah Shelama. Cyndi

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 8:13 AM

Impact of Aish Hatorah on my life

I discovered the Aish website during an extremely challenging and painful time in my life. The inspiring and encouraging articles really helped me cope with my challenges AND had an extremely positive impact on my attitude and lifestyle. Rabbi Weinbergs article's on prayer and how Hashem listens impacted me the greatest. My favorite quote that I have repeated numerous times in Rabbi Weinbergs name is, "If you don't expect the good G-d is not going to invade your space". In the zechus of all the good and all the lives Rabbi Winberg has so positively impacted and improved, Hashem will send a Refuah Shleimah, quickly.

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Miriam Sarah Ratner,
January 27, 2008 7:39 AM

For Rabbi Weinberg

I read all of the letters sent to you. May you get well. I haven't met you or heard you. But we come to Aish from Virginia. My brother goes to Aish in Maryland. We go to Chabad in Virginia. Shalom Miriam

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 4:58 AM

refuah shleimah

Thank you for all of your teachings and wisdom. Your passion,enthusiasm and clarity have changed my life in so many ways. May you be blessed with a quick, complete recovery and merit to share your wisdom for many more years.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 4:33 AM

Thank You & May HaShem Bless You with Many More Years of Good Health

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

It would take a very long time to thank you enough for aish.com. Though it, I've grown tremendously and often been touched enough to cry or laugh aloud. Non-observant family members have also benefited from reading selections sent to them.

In your merit, I intend "bli neder" to focus on gratitude for at least 10 minutes a day. I just read one of your articles on the subject which was (as usual :-) very inspiring. With a chronically negative husband this will be very helpful to "shlom bayit" in addition to my mental health.

May HaShem grant you a complete & speedy "r'fuah shleimah",CBS

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 3:33 AM

A complete refuah......

for Rav Weinberg. You have truly changed the world. May Hashem grant you a FULL, COMPLETE refuah swiftly. Thank you for not only helping me, but for transforming the lives of some of my dearest friends. Thanks to you,many of my dear freinds are now wives and mothers. They are building beautiful homes filled with Torah and mitzvos! Generations of Jews will G-d willing be raised with Torah because of your influence! What an AMAZING feat!! Much love and admiration from all to Rav Weinberg.

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 3:04 AM

Rabbi Weinberg is the person I admire the most!! there is just no other wordsI beleive that Tfilla is a real thing and it REALLY works!! so we will daven and daven and bezrat hashem, Hashem will send a quick recovery

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Anonymous,
January 27, 2008 2:33 AM

I love you

To say "I am sorry to hear of your illness" would be an understatement and almost convey nothing of what I want to say. I say this nonetheless, so you know that this sentiment is definitely true, though cannot be put into words. I will obviously pray with all my might, for your recovery. For the sake of you, of me and of Klal Yisroel. I cannot imagine our generation, without Aish HaTorah - without you. I have a friend who has been discovering G-d lately, due to Aish HaTorah, and I think that the only that may compare to the pleasure of witnessing this, is to witness the delivery of a baby. It is truly miraculous. Many times do we hear of what Aish HaTorah does to people, but seeing the process actually take place in someone I know, is amazing. And to think that has been taking place in thousands and tens of thousands of Jews, in your merit, is way beyond my ability to fathom. And yet, one can definitely fathom, the 1 + 1 conclusion, that you MUST continue being around. And so it is simple that prayer is the first answer to this. Beyond this, I would like to sincerely give you my most sincere gratitude for what you have done for Klal Yisroel, and for me. I have been very much inspired myself, by Aish HaTorah, by books, articles and people in the Aish community, who all came together, under your hospices. I cannot thank you enough. I come from a home, where Judaism, as I felt growing up, was a discipline, not so much a way of life, and definitely not LIFE. I live in Israel and I traveled to the USA and was there for almost 2 years, where I found G-d (meaning - myself). Coming back to Israel, has been painful, because I left the area where I found inspiration, and I am trying to recreate in my life everything I saw there. And your teachings, in articles and in spirit which is apparent around Aish HaTorah people, have been a great help. I continue striving to read more about your teachings and learning how to incorporate Judaism into every fiber of my being, and I believe that this is what Aish is all about. And it is apparent in every aspect of your institution - the spiritual home of so many neshamos. I hope to continue to find inspiration in Aish, and maybe one day come and study there - and all because you, amongst others, have inspired me to learn as much as I can, so I may build a strong relationship with G-d, and in return - introduce him to others. May Ribono Shel Olom send you Refu'a Shleima bekarov Mamash and may we merit many more years, of your guidance. And in short - I love you. I care for you. I hurt with you. And you bet I will be praying, dear dear Rabbi of ours.

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RABBI AL,
January 27, 2008 1:47 AM

REFUAH SHELAMAH

When I first heard, I could not believe it. He has given most of his life to Torah, Mitzvos, helping others. I deal with people with illness each day, because I work in a hospital as a patient representative, and see with my own eyes people with different illnesses and dont know what to tell them. I want to let the Rosh HaYeshiva that I have sent his Jewish name to place all around the WWW and also pass his name to people that I know have tehllim list and I say his name each day where I daven. I know that if we ALL pray for him, he will get better. I work for Maimonides Medical Center, if I can be of any assistance, please let me know. May we should only meet at simchas and share simchas between our families for many years to come.

Zg and kt. Simchas.

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Marsha Smagley,
January 27, 2008 1:16 AM

Dear Rav Weinberg,

I daven for you everyday. I have a deep appreciation for your life time work and dedication to helping Jewish neshamas to find their way back to Ha Kodesh Baruch Hu. Your site is educational and inspiring, as are the films you have made. You are a kiruv pioneer that has blessed this world with so much.

May Avinu Malkeinu, Our Father and our King, in the merit of thousands of the neshamas you have touched and helped to teshuva, grant you a complete and speedy refuah shleimah. May you know of no more pain, only well being and be granted to live to 120 years, b"H.

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David,
January 27, 2008 12:26 AM

Baruch HaShem for Rabbi Weinberg

Baruch Hashem for all He has allowed you to do to reach out to His people through your Torah teachings and your life example. Baruch HaShem for you, Rabbi Weinberg. May you feel His love for you and may you experience His healing touch as you have impacted the lives of so many with His Torah.

Blessed be His Name.

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Yehoshua Goldstein,
January 26, 2008 10:59 PM

May Hashem bless you with a speedy recovery

Thank you Rosh Yeshiva for giving me a new chance at life. I can say now that before I came across Aish HaTorah, my life was no life at all. May Hashem who is merciful and loving to all give you a speedy recovery so that you can continue to reach out to His lost children and bring them back to the path of true life.We love you and pray for you. AIN YEUSH BAOLAM KLAL!

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The Couzens,
January 26, 2008 10:06 PM

From the Phily branch of the Aish Family

There is a sign on my fridge that my 11 year old daughter made. It says, "All tefillos, brochos and "amens" said in this house are for a refuah shlaymah for HaRav Yisroel Noach ben Hinda, shlita." Even though the Rosh HaYeshiva lives on the other side of the world, his presence is felt in our home, in our lives at all times. We need you to guide us for years to come - your presence is an anchor of strength and an example of what it means to live for the Jewish people. We can only hope to live up to your expectations of us, "the fellas at the branches." May Hashem have mercy on us and grant you a refuah shlaymah bimhayrah, b'soch she'ar cholei Yisroel.

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Rina - NY,
January 26, 2008 6:33 PM

Our whole life our destiny our heritage b/c of you.

Rav Yisroel Noach ben Hinda. We are all davening for you. Since Aish NY took me to Israel and I went to EYAHT, my life has been full of revealed brachas. My husband and my children and our whole lives... because you had a mission. We need you to be strong to continue to change the world. Have a rufuah shlema.

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Jeremy Roberts,
January 26, 2008 5:56 PM

Rabbi Weinberg has changed my life forever!

The work of the great Rabbi Weinberg is amazing. There is no other way to do it. Rabbi Weinberg is a living Kiddush Hashem. May we learn in hope for his fast and full recovery.

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Randall Bassin,
January 26, 2008 4:51 PM

May G;d Bless Rabbi Weinberg w/ full, fast recovery!

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,I first learned about Aish while attending a Discovery seminar hosted by Jason Alexander in Los Angeles several years ago, and I have come to realize what a blessing your exceptional work is to so many people! May G'd bless you and grant you fast healing and a full recovery! Warmest regards -

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NAB,
January 26, 2008 2:09 PM

REFUAH SHLEMA

I wish you a refuah shlema. I am saddened by this news but realize it's our turn to pray for you as you have prayed for our spiritual recovery for many years and that you cared so deeply for every fellow Jew who lives in darkness and doesn't even know it. May it be G-d's will to help you beyond and above nature so you can witness others grow spiritually and may you and your family be blessed for your commitment to the Jews of the world. We should admire your selflessness to others and adapt your attitude to other Jews as you did.

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EYAHT Students,
January 26, 2008 1:06 PM

Refua Sheleima

Dear Rav Weinberg,

We can not thank you enough for all that Aish and EYAHT have done for us. We have so much hakaras hatov for the way that you and the Rebbetzin have transformed our lives and the lives of our families. You and your family have shown us what it means to be a true eved H-shem. We wish the Rav a refua sheleima.

Thank you!

EYAHT students

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Anonymous,
January 26, 2008 12:02 PM

Rav Weinberg - You are a tzaddik and an Ish Elokim

Rav Weinberg, from the day I heard your recordings you changed my life.

Your joy, your charisma, your wisdom, your tzidkus.

You have taught me so much and inspired me [and countless others] to live a happier, more fulfilled life.

May the Almighty grant you a refuah sheleima bi'meheira and I will daven, learn and do mitzvos on your behalf, as well as encouraging others to do the same. B'toch ahava mikol halev.

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Chana Blasberg,
January 26, 2008 12:00 PM

Refuah Sh'leima for HaRav

I pray with my full heart that HaShem will grant you a speedy and complete recovery.I want to take the opportunity to thank you for the amazing organization Aish haTorah that you created. It brings so much light, wisdom, Tora, love, understanding, relief, happiness, joy, growth, vision, wisdom and seranety in my life and in the life of the people. I cannot thank you enough for your love and work, for opening all this to me. You helped me get out of the darkest moments in my life, you help me grow by sharing your widsom to me, keep me focused on the important things in life, live according to tora and bring me close to hashem, myself, my family and the people around me. THANK YOU. THANK YOU SO MUCH My prayers are with you. May Hashem give you a speedy recovery, may you be in good health ad me'ah v'esrim.My thoughts, heart and wishes reach out to you.Thank you for everything. REFUA SH'lemaLove and good healthChana Blasberg

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H & E RS,
January 26, 2008 10:56 AM

Two Enriched Lives

Motzeh shabbat 19:39 in Aretz Israel

Due to Rabbi Noah Weinberg's Aish site the spark of yiddishkeit was rekindled for me in the wasteland of the galut. Now Aish also instructs my daughter in Aretz Israel.

Ad 120, Rabbi Weinberg. How grateful we are for your life. May you continue in the blessings you impart through Aish Ha Torah. Shavuah tov v'maleh im brioot.

From a mother and daughter rediscovering shabbat and learning.

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Yaakov Shalom,
January 26, 2008 10:54 AM

To the Gadol Hador In Kiruv

Dear Rav Noach SHLITA the Gadol Hador in Teshuvah.

The Mishnah in Avos 2:8 Teaches the great midahs of each of the Talmidim of Rav Yochanan ben Zakai and there own personal greatness. I think we can all say that the Rosh Yeshivah is THE revolutionizer, father, mentor and Gadol of the Teshuvah movement as we know it today. Studying be' emes the sugiyah of kiruv at depth vigorously and how to transmit the Torah's wisdom and way of living onto our lost brethren of yehudah. Your genius strategies in passing on the torah's knowledge are if not looked upon with depth greatly unappreciated. The depth of your contact with the soul is humongous. Just seeing your smile (even online) gives me and I'm sure allot others a want and need to feed are souls become better Jews and learn about Hashem. You have introduced so much in the field of bringing Jews back to Hashem his torah and the achdus of the Jewish people it is amazing. With a Torah perspective (Da'as torah) on everything that exists in creation, whether It's the havlie olam hazeh, or the uniqueness of every mitzvah and depth of every decision made by man. Your constant awareness of what is truely happening arround you. Such emunah! Such emes! I'm amazed of the influence you've had on your nephew Rav Shmishon Pinckus Zatzal. I see so much of you (the little that you allow to be revealed of your true greatness) in him. The Behirus! The clearness of Hashem's will in this world and what he wants from us. A Mishnah Sedurah in hanhaga. Such Penimius Ha Torah! Starting Ohr Samieach and moving on to the creation of the amazing institution it is today Aish Hatorah. The effect you have had and continue to have on tens if not hundreds of thousands of Jews is amazing. Aish has been not only an amazing place for Jewish Neshamas to find there way back but a training ground for so many to become they themselves Yiddishkiet transmitters. The holiest of holies is the limud Torah lishmah for the torah's sake and finding that kind of genuine learning in this generation without excess mixed in ingredients isn't hard if your near by Aish Yeshivah. The mosdos of Aish are a place for the non stop growth of the neshamah and its connection with its creator. How much I envy your zechuyos! "Ayin lo ra'asoh!". "Raiti es rebbi me'h achorav" Although I have never been zoche to meet the Rosh Yeshivah, yet I have learned so much from you. The 48 ways and lots of other Sichos here online on Aish and your having enabled others as well to have there sichos online for us all to enjoy, all to your merit. These Sichos have sincerely changed my life although I'm FFB I gain so much when listening to the torah and wisdom on this web site. I'd like to share a Ma'aseh Rav. My Yeshivah was collecting money two years ago Purim day and they were on there way to your apartment where they found you on your way some where. When they asked for a donation you asked "Is this a Chareidi Yeshivah?" Answering yes you continued on to inquiry. "Chariedi huh? Lets see. Can you guys list the Six constant Miztvos?" (well the truth was it was in Hebrew so the term "guys" wasn't used but for the sake of translation...) The message I received here (I wasn't there physically unfortunately) was tremendous and that is that the definition of "Frum" means your understanding of Hashem, his ways and our relationship with him. The more you excell in that the more your "Jewish" It's what defines us as Jews. In order for there to be "Toras Chayim" the Torah needs a base to rest on - "Tzadik Be'h Emunaso Yichyeh". I'm currently in the middle of reading your Sefer "What the Angel taught you" it's effect on me and my surroundings, the kidush Hashem is amazing. I to instill your Torah in my Yeshivah amongst bacurim. I have so much to say thank you for. I haven't even started. My Tefillah my hole attitude towards my connection with Hashem. Thank you!!! And may Hashem give you the Refuah Shliemah that you, and we all need for you to have. I hope I can try and utilize more from the "Toras Chayim" I've received from you for your merit of a Refuah Shleimah.

Sincerely with all my heart - the Jewish one, that you've helped me realize I have

Yaakov Shalom

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Jorge Polo,
January 25, 2008 8:37 PM

Thank you

Dear Rabbi Noah Weinberg, I am sorry to hear about your illness. I am praying for you and thanking G-d for bringing you to this world. More human beings like you in this world would make a world where the closeness to G-d would allow us to feel the love of G-d much stronger. I am a gentile that gives thanks to G-d for the people of Israel that are the light of this world. I have shared your writings with other people struguling because of their challenging circumstances. I know you have made a positive lasting impact on their lives as much as mine. My life has improved and my wife, adopted daughter, my family and friends are also getting the benefits of your wisdom and the feeling of the love of G-d.I was dying in the year 2000 because of a brain aneurysm and thank G-d a Jewish doctor performed my brain surgery and while recovering I discovered your writings. After I read one of your 48 ways writings I decided to purchase your 48 ways cd set that I listen with great appreciation over and over. You have been a tremendous inspiration and have had a lasting positive impact on the way I live my life. I also read your book "what the angel taught you" and I wish I could tell more details of events in my life after I read your book. I have read a definition of success as follows, "To laugh much; to win respect of intelligent persons and the affections of children; to earn the approbation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others; to give one's self; to leave the world a little better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition.; to have played and laughed with enthusiasm, and sung with exultation; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived " I can say one life is breathing easier because you being alive. May G-d reward you with a speedy recovery so that the whole world will continue receiving the blessing that G-d has given us. Thank you.

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mike,
January 25, 2008 6:39 PM

we should all pray

we should all pray to G-D for a full recovery for R'Weinberg. like many, i have never had the honor of meeting him, but the growth i've tried to have has been greatly inspired by AISH.

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arthur abramov,
January 25, 2008 5:12 PM

May God protect and heal Rav Weinberg

I would like to personally thank Rav Weinberg for making it possible for both myself and my brother Tuvia Abramov to study at AISH HATORAH. He truly understands the jewish spirit. I pray to the creator of the universe to protect and heal Rav Weinberg so that he may continue reaching out and enriching the lives of other Jews through the wonderful programs and talented team of Rabbis and staff offered in Aish Hatorah.

Sincerely,

Arthur Avrom Abramov

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Annie L. Smith,
January 25, 2008 4:51 PM

Dear HaRav:

I am constantly enlightened through thr rabbinacle articles that stretch my imagination above and beyond where it nurmally traverses. God Bless You fo the foresight to touch and enrich the lives of so many people because you allowes the Almighty to utilize your skills to offer Torah learning to othere. I have been so blessed by so many articles that taught me to look deeper and think harder and to think outside the proverbial Box. Many, Many wishes and prayers for your speedy recovery. God Bless You, it's not often that we witness an angel in our midst.

Than you HaRav Yisrael Noach for bringing so much joy and meening to alot of jewish people arrownd the world. You are a great inspiration. Thank you.May you and your loved ones be blesses with health and blessings.With respect. Devorah bat Gershel, VA

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Anne,
January 25, 2008 4:06 PM

Dedicating my Shabbos to Rabbi Weinberg

We are dedicating our Shabbos to Rabbi Weinberg. May he be sustained by the prayers, love and support of all of us We have been so blessed by him.

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Rebecca Witonsky,
January 25, 2008 3:10 PM

refuah shleima to Rav Weinberg

Dear Rav Weinberg:

I never met you, but Aish HaTorah has made a definite difference in my life. I went to the Aish center for Rosh Hashanah with Rabbi Harris in New York one year, and it was one of the most moving spiritual experiences I have ever had.

Beyond that, reading the commentary of Aish HaTorah has given me strength and courage to be a better Jew. In particular the daily commentary by Rabbi Twerski, M.D., has been greatly helpful to me.

I pray for your swift and speedy recovery so you can continue serving Am Yisrael.

Sincerely,Ms. Rebecca Witonsky

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Sarah,
January 25, 2008 2:31 PM

Thank You

My grandfather went to your Yeshiva many years ago and always related stories from his experiences from there and how much he enjoyed learning. I recently found 2-3 boxes filled with tapes from shiurim that were taken from Aish Hatorah.I have listened to many that were given by you, Rabbi Weinberg, I am continuously inspired. Thank you for inspiring first my grandfather and now me -

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Aaron Romano,
January 25, 2008 1:57 PM

I wish refuah shelemah

Refuah shelemah for Rav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda

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Anonymous,
January 25, 2008 1:57 PM

New BT!!

Because of Aish and all it's programs, my husband and I are now BTs!! No matter what level you are at, aish has something for you!! May Hashem bring a complete recovery for Rabbi Weinberg so more people can be brought closer to Judaism as we were/are!!

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ilene miller,
January 25, 2008 12:49 PM

To our special Rav

We pray for your refluah shleimah. Your weekly learning inspires us at our Shabbos table every week. Thank you for all you have done for us in our growth and for Kol Israel from your selfless giving and making learning enjoyable. We look forward to your insights soon and our learning this Shabbos, plus, will be in your merit. We are forever grateful to you. Ilene and Jon M, Atlanta

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Anonymous,
January 25, 2008 11:51 AM

Refuah Sheleimah

I can only hope that Rabbi Weinberg has a speedy recovery.

I'm still new to this site, but it and aish in general have been a great resource of information for me.

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julie sergel,
January 25, 2008 9:32 AM

blessings for recovery

I join the many many hearts who surround you with love and prayer. Aish is life changing--especially for those of us who live where there are no Jewish communities. You have connected me when I otherwise would be disconnected. Surely there is great merit for all you have done. When you hurt, we hurt. Please know, copious amounts of love surround you. You have touched so many, and you continue to connect us all, but this time, we gather together in support of you. May peace and joy and the knowledge of this serve to revive any weakened parts of you. And, may Hashem take note of our deep need of you. Blessings and kindness overtake you.And may the G-d of Jacob fortify you and all of us in these days.Shalom.

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Ryan Pelsinger,
January 25, 2008 9:32 AM

I'm forever changed by you. . .

Dear Rosh HaYeshiva,

I cannot thank you enough how your yeshiva has changed my life. What was to be a quick 1 month trip, turned into an eight month journey. The Rosh HaYeshiva and your program has been the most vital part of my kiruv; and I pray that a most speedy and complete recovery is made so that your warm smile and chesed reach so many more that are in dire need of your help.

With eternal gratitude and respect,

Ryan Pelsinger

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Shlomo,
January 25, 2008 9:27 AM

Just..thanks

I live in Mexico city,my whole family my mother,my wife my brothers everyone had recived a lot of help and inspiration from Harav Weinberg and i think that there isnt a bigger mitzva than to help and inspire people that you dont even know.From the botom of our heart we will pray for refua shelema n mehera may HASHEM grand you a lot of years to continue this incredible and outstanding job.May Harav see the mashiagh soon and well.Thank you.

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Anonymous,
January 25, 2008 8:49 AM

Thank you!

R' Weinberg, thank you so much for all that Aish.com has taught me. I was so moved and inspired by From the Ashes, and I am looking for ways to implement that inspiration. I find it so amazing that one person can have such a great impact on so many people, and how far the ripple effects can spread from there. May Hashem send you a refuah sheleima soon.

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Candy Engel,
January 25, 2008 8:19 AM

Huge Hakaras hatov

Thank you , Thank you, Thank you. As I look at my little girls, who will grow up to be great Jewish women, I can only say it is thanks to you, Rabbi Weinberg and Rebbetzin Weinberg. If it were not for your love of the Jewish people, and your unprecedented vision, I and they would not be here today. This I know for sure. I thank you, and in your merit may you have a complete refuah Shelaima, and may you continue to do your purpose in this world.

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Paul,
January 25, 2008 7:53 AM

Our Past is Here Today

If anyone has ever wondered what it would be like to have from the past a great Rabbi who is scholar and visionary look no further than to Rabbi Noah Weinberb. The life blood of Judaism lives through him and through him into all of us.

May all Judaism pray for his return to good health. I pray that he continues to have the strength to live life as he has chosen.

Thank you so much Rabbi for all that you have done and will continue to do.

Paul Medus, Ph.D.

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Cliff Wachtel,
January 25, 2008 6:29 AM

We pray for your recovery and are grateful for all he has done for us

May Hashem grant you a speedy and full recovery. You totally changed my life, and have greatly impacted my parents, siblings, spouse and children. I've nothing new to add other than my additional prayers for your recovery.

With Deepest Gratitude, Cliff

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Miriam Adahan,
January 25, 2008 5:55 AM

May you live and be well and be an inspiration to others for many more years.

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Chana Tova,
January 25, 2008 3:42 AM

refuah shlema to the great Saint and Rav!

we are praying and doing many mitzvos in our family! The admiration we have for the great saintly rav, Rabbi Noach--no words can say! Please, dear G-d, mercy on this holy man, full recovery! may it be Your Will.

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Geoff,
January 25, 2008 3:12 AM

A very special person

May the Alm-ghty grant Rav Weinberg a speedy recovery.

Rav Weinberg has done so much to reinvigorate Judaism and has brought thousands of people back too yiddishkeit...long may his priceless work continue.

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Jonathan and Kim Bash,
January 25, 2008 2:45 AM

The best thanks

Dear Rosh Hayeshiva,

You decided not to live an ordinary life. You decided to bestow life on people you had never met or had not yet been born.

My wife and I, my sisters and parents have all been touched by your incalculable chesed

Thanks to you, our Torah has given our family a new wonderful life of striving to be a better people in a crazy world.

The best thanks my wife and I can give you is to share your goals.

We love you and are forever grateful.

Refuah Shelema,

Jonathan and Kim Bash

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Tova Riva bat Marim,
January 25, 2008 2:42 AM

Wishing a Refuah Sh'leimah for HaRav

I pray that HaShem will grant a speedy and complete recovery to HaRav Yisrael Noach ben Hinda. Rabbi Weinberg, through your organization Aish haTorah, you were instrumental in my kiruv and the kiruv of so many others! Your outlook, your words of wisdom, your vision inspire so many to take on the "Ol HaTorah" with joy and happiness! Your approach is so totally encouraging and non-threatening... it is easy for someone to come near, appreciate the golden nuggets, and thereby choose the proper path in life.

May your guf have the refuah sh'leimah that it needs, both speedily and soon, so that your neshama can again soar and continue to inspire countless others to come close and return to Judaism! Your work is so important, and we need you with us ad me'ah v'esrim in good health and spirit!

Thank you, Reb Noach, for everything!

Carol Rivie Sirken, M.D.

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Reut,
January 25, 2008 1:57 AM

R' Noach changed my perspective on Yiddishkeit completely, encouraging me to develop a personal relationship with Hashem. For that I am eternally grateful. The time, personal advice, and especially the incredible love R' Noach gave me when I came to speak to him changed my perspective of myself. May Hashem send him a reuah Shelaimah among all the sick of Klal Yisroel.

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Chana Jenny Weisberg,
January 25, 2008 1:50 AM

Thank you, Rabbi Weinberg

I have never met or spoken with Rabbi Weinberg, but no rabbi or teacher has affected me and improved my life as profoundly as he has. He has taught me to be a happier person through being grateful and deriving pleasure from the blessings in my life. He has taught me to get in touch with my secret dreams and aspirations- and has given me the courage to realize them. He has taught me how to make better decisions, by evaluating my priorities rationally.

The list could go on and on...

I am currently studying the 48 ways for the THIRD time with my learning partner. Every time I study these ways I have learned so many new things that have enriched my life so much. My learning partner and I also studied Rabbi Weinberg's book together, and gained so much from it.

With blessings for a speedy and complete recovery (I have put Rabbi Weinberg's name on the homepage of my website www.JewishMom.com so all visitors will also pray for him).

sincerely, Chana Jenny Weisberg

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shellie grafstein,
January 25, 2008 1:49 AM

refuah shlaimah

My parents gave birth to me, but Reb. Noah really gave me life. I became balei Tshuva in my early thirties and thank G-d every day for what Reb. Noah did for me and my family. He is an incredible man who has really dedicated his life to changing the face of world Jewry. We are praying very hard for a complete and speedy recovery.

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Anonymous,
January 25, 2008 12:15 AM

Teachings that heal!

In many nights of frustration or anxiety, the teachings of Rabbi Weinberg have helped me focus and gain understanding.May Hashem bring him a speedy recovery.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 11:44 PM

Thank You Rosh Yeshiva - Because of you...

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,

Because of you I am a religous Jew. Because of you I strive to be a better Jew, a better person, a better husband, and a better father. Because of you I now have Torah to guide our family in the derech Hashem. Because of you and your organization (Mr. Horowitz and Mr. Firestone) introduced me to my wife. And Baruch Hashem, we have our first child who will be raised with Torah as her foundation. Because of you, when I sing her to sleep, I let her know that Hashem loves her most of all! Because of you I have best friends who are the top caliber of people to be found. Because of you these friends fight to do the right thing both on a personal level and for that of Klal Yisrael. I attended your yeshiva for 1 year. The hashkafa of my life and the yesod of what I strive for for the remainder of my life will be that of you and that of chazal teach. Please hang in there! I reach out to our fellow Jews (not enough)... but we still need you very much and love you very much! We will continue daven for you every day until your refuah shlemah.

Words cannot express my family and my appreciation to you. I am sorry I have not put this in writing until now.

With Love,G. Kreiner and family

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aaron ben-zion litenatsky,
January 24, 2008 11:42 PM

even when you dont realize it ...... you have inspired

my uncle rabbi plitnick lives in kiryat tzans. as a bachur (1970`s 80`s) i went there for shabbos and we davened at ahavas torah on friday night. after davening a few men would stay after and learn etc... i remember watching harav wienberg shlita pacing back and forth repeating his learning and becoming inspired. in fact i was inspired by this sight which will be etched forever in my memorable moments of shabboss in yerushalayim shel ..... malah. refuah shliema bikarov!

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Lori Palatnik,
January 24, 2008 11:40 PM

Fight to stay here--we still need you!

Rosh HaYeshiva, we are so close to the breakthrough you have inspired us to make. But we need your leadership and guiding hand to make it truly happen.

Almost every day of the week I have the honor of teaching your "48 Ways to Wisdom" to groups of women. I have done so for the past 20 years in 4 different cities. It has changed lives. This is the power of your Torah.

My life, my marriage, my children, every word of Torah that I am privileged to teach, it is all because of you. There are no words great enough to thank you, only prayers begging The Almighty to let us have you longer.

With love from all of the Palatniks~ Lori

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 10:10 PM

Refuah Shelema

Refuah Shelema to a great leader, Rabbi Weinberg. You have been a catalyst for my spiritual growth.

May Hashem heal Rabbi Weinberg and give him strength and serenity to continue his holy work.

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Carol Leonhart,
January 24, 2008 10:05 PM

Thank you for teaching the 48 Ways of Wisdom

I love Rabbi Weinberg and all he has taught me. I have listened many times to all of the lectures he did on the 48 Ways of Wisdom. I have applied those lessons in my life and shared the lessons with many others. Rabbi Weinberg has inspired me to be more and do more for in honor of the Almighty and His creation. May the Rabbi be blessed with many more healthy and happy years.

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Joyce,
January 24, 2008 10:04 PM

I pray for the early recovery of Rabbi Noach. May G-d bless him.

I have been visiting this website for a very long time. No words would be sufficient to express my feelings. Thank G-d for this wonderful website. The Kotel is one place I am sure Jews and even others from all over the world must be visiting and praying every day. Really a blessing!!!

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Malkie,
January 24, 2008 9:54 PM

Refuah Shleima

Rav Noach, it is my dream to be a part of Aish and bring as many Jews back home as you have! You are my inspiration. May Hashem heal you fast!We are all davening for you!

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Raphael,
January 24, 2008 9:50 PM

You woke me up

After marriage my wife and I went to Israel to learn about Judaism. I went to Aish. I think the moment I became committed to learning Torah was when Rav Noach defined love. I realized that I had spent my life not even defining the basics. I didn't know what I knew. Baruch Hashem... 5 years, 3 children, and thousands of hours of Torah study later... I am starting to define the basics! Rav Noach saved my life... and that of my children. Refuah Sheleima and until 120.

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Pinchas Levine,
January 24, 2008 8:55 PM

L'kavod Rav Weinberg;

I can remeber no time in my life of greater inspiration and spiritual growth than the time that I spent at Aish Hatorah. May Hashem grant you a Refuah Shlamah, and may you merit Areichas Yamim.

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Rachel Foxman,
January 24, 2008 8:18 PM

A humble prayer

I read Torah and the writings I find on Aish.com with an open heart. While I am at a loss for words, I pray a prayer for full recovery with an open heart.

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Shira Mathias,
January 24, 2008 8:00 PM

Thank you in advance!

The situation has hit a personal cord. I feel for the Rosh Yeshiva the Rebbetzin, the Rosh Yeshiva's immediate family and the Rosh Yeshiva's extended family. Starting from age 6 I listened to the Rosh Yeshiva's 48 ways on family trips and in my mother's kitchen. Since then B'H I have had many more opportunities to have benefitted from the Rosh Yeshiva's wisdom, comfort, Torah, and 'success stories'. Every piece of wisdom has given me that much more clarity. I appreciate all of it and I look forward to learning much much more. May Hashem grant the Rosh Yeshiva a refuah Shleima bikarov.

thank you...

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Daniel Morgenbesser,
January 24, 2008 7:58 PM

Thank ypu so much

The first tape I heard of yours was on happiness. AndI was amazed on how a tape could have so much wisdom. A sincere thank you for your inspirationalteachings.

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E. M. Lefrak,
January 24, 2008 7:46 PM

refuah shelaima b'karov

Rav Weinberg, shlitaMay Hakadosh Boruch Hu bentch you b'karov with a refuah shelaima b'soch sh'ar cholai Yisroel. Once out of seminary, it is so beneficial to have such a ready and accessible source of learning - Aish.com.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 7:46 PM

Never met but still feel close

My husband and I, both ffb's, have truly enjoyed R' Weinberg's videos on aish.com, as well as his most inspiring messages on the awesome documentary, "From the Ashes." We recently bought his book (What the Angels...) as a chizuk for us during a challenging life situation. We are davening for a complete refuah shelaima. May Hkb"H give the rav the ability to continue in his avodas hakodesh.

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Sharon,
January 24, 2008 7:22 PM

Refuah Shlemah

A big part of my tesuvah has been inspired by Aish HaTorah. Thanks to Rabbi Weinberg, there's a new family (I have two children) that will follow our Torah with love.I pray he'll recover quickly and will continue this noble work of bringing Jews back to their roots.

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K,
January 24, 2008 7:16 PM

I came across this site in 2000, as a fresh faced 11 yr old! eight years later - I'm still coming back as regularly as ever!I am not the most observent Jew - and I am gay. Maybe I am an 'outsider' in this community to a lot of people within it. But I want you to know that the articles on this site, and your words are, and always have been as long as I have read them, taken to heart. I visited the site of Auschwitz in March 2006. I stood at the site of the place where members of family had been killed, I saw the evidence of the very worst in humanity. And it made me want to try to be a better human being. Your words, your site - has helped me start to work towards this goal. Thanks you!K

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Janet,
January 24, 2008 7:04 PM

Refuah Shleima

I am enormously grateful to Rabbi Weinberg and the organization he founded and has nourished. As a Baal Teshuvah, Aish.com has been a lifeline to me. You have taught me, inspired me, lifted me up, helped me learn Torah, and shown me in so many ways how to become a better Jewish woman and to keep on growing. Every Sunday morning I look forward to reading new articles and I'm grateful for your online classes and other features. My rabbi showed your film, Out of the Ashes, before Tisha B'Av and I am committed to doing more kiruv work myself, to bring more people back to a Torah-observant Jewish life, IY"H. I pray that Hashem will grant a refuah shleimah to Rabbi Weinberg.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 6:49 PM

Refuah Shleimah

Because of Rabbi Weinbergs inspiring words and his work, I am now heavily involved with kiruv. The work that I do is so special to me, and being a part of this community of kiruv is uplifting. To watch someones life change by simply caring for them is a feeling beyond words. Thank you Rabbi Weinberg for all your hard, dedicated work you have put into kiruv. Thank you for waking us up to do the right thing.

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Yitz Wyne,
January 24, 2008 6:30 PM

Rosh HaYeshiva,

There are lots of Torah being learned and mishaberachs being said in Las Vegas for the merit of your speedy recovery.

May Hashem bless you with a Refuah Shelama right now! and May the the Rosh HaYeshiva merit to lead and teach us, and shep nachas from your children for many, many more years.

With love and blessings,Yitz and Helene Wyne and family

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Carolina Peach,
January 24, 2008 6:26 PM

Sincere thanks and prayers for healing

Even though I am not Jewish, from the first day that I found this wonderful website, I have loved it and visit it nearly every day. I pray that Rabbi Weinberg will receive strength and healing from Hashem. Shalom to all.

THE EIBISHTER SHOULD GIVE RABBI WEINBERG A REFUA SHELEIMA, SO HE MAY CONTINUE HIS AVODA IN GOOD HEALTH.

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Noe E,
January 24, 2008 5:50 PM

Thank you

This site was recommended by a Rabbi friend of mine. I'm not Jewish, but this site has profoundly impacted my life. Thank You Rabbi Weinberg.

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Rachel,
January 24, 2008 5:45 PM

Thank you!

Your 48 ways have been a tremendous inspiration and have had a lasting impact on the way I live my life. Thank you for the meaning that your teachings have brought to my life, and thank you for everything that you do. You are in my thoughts and prayers, and may Hashem grant you a complete, speedy recovery.

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Deborah,
January 24, 2008 5:29 PM

Refuah Sheleima

Rosh Yeshiva, I was a BT for many years before I acutally met you (I became frum due to a Discovery weekend), yet by meeting you directly, you taught me how to have a real and personal relationship with the Almighty. How can I thank you enough for that?! My family davens for you daily and we hope our mitzvohs (which take place because of the organization you created) are a zchus for your refuah.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 5:11 PM

Thank you for bringing Torah to even to Sweden!

Dear Rav Weinberg. Because of You I was inspired to live a life devoted to Judaism, and I want You to know that I every day now use what I learned from You in teaching and doing Kiruv to Jews in my kehillah in Stockholm, Sweden. The approach to Kiruv that You teach has proven to be the most effective way of reaching out to Jews even here! So I cannot in words express my thanks to you for being such an inspiration and You should know that Your teachings and message is being passed on DAILY even in such a faraway place as Sweden. I wish You a speedly Refuah Sheleima! Your devoted student Peter (Nachman)

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Juliya,
January 24, 2008 5:05 PM

May it be His will...

that you have a quick and complete recovery. It is with Aish's Jewel Program that I first began my exploration of Yiddishkeit. I have since seen the world from a different lense, given my grandparents nachus they didn't expect, nor sometimes want - by living life as a growing striving Jewish woman in Torah and mitzvohs. May all that your talmidim do, be in your zchus Rav. May the Almighty grant you brachah, and refuah sh'lemah.

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Lawton Cooper,
January 24, 2008 4:40 PM

Noach (A)ish tzaddik

Dear Rav Weinberg, SHLIT"A,

I was already frum by the time I was exposed to Aish Torah tapes and later Aish.com, including the 48 Ways. But there is no doubt that a large percent of my achievements in Yiddishkeit, however meager, are credited to Rav Weinberg and Aish. Though I was never zocheh to learn in an Aish yeshiva, when asked what yeshiva I learned in, the best answer is Aish.

Hashem, please take the merits of all of us that stem from the Rav's teachings to give him a refuah shleima bi'm'heira. His mission has barely begun!

Keep smiling!

With love and gratitude,

Lawton (Leib Zevullun) Cooper, MD

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Joey,
January 24, 2008 4:18 PM

Well, if he brought us Aish, I'll have to think of something to help him! :-) God bless you, Rabbi!

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A Levi,
January 24, 2008 4:04 PM

You are the light in the desert

I moved to Tampa, FL for work. Not a bastion of spirituality, but the basics are here. It is hard to be an observant Jew here. I rely upon the Aish organization's website to serve as my kollel, to help me connect. My family wishes you a refuah shleimah and that Hashem grants you a full and immediate recovery.

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Evelyne Keslassy,
January 24, 2008 3:21 PM

A tzaddik who has changed the world

Rav Weinberg's impact on the Jewish people,his teachings and his vision that as we learn the beauty of Torah we must give back and teach others, continues to raise us and protect us as a nation. In contrast, the very first Noach in our Torah was only a tzaddik in his generation because he didn't have the werewithal to share Torah values, inspire and teach others. For me, Rav Weinberg is the "Noach" who came to perfect the original Noach: a true tzaddik working tirelessly to give Torah to the rest of us,affecting all the generations to come. A perfect tikkun, perhaps. Now I can let Rav Weinberg know how he has changed the world in a way that the first Noach couldn't,dedicating his life to shining the Torah light for all Jews like myself who have fumbled in the darkness. May Hashem heal you for the sake of your important mission which has not yet ended.

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Char,
January 24, 2008 3:03 PM

Refuah Shleima

It was a burning desire to get reconnected with Jewish roots that I came across Aish HaTorah. There is a lot of wisdom and support offered -- and it has been heartwarming to connect to The Kotel thanks to this wonderful website. There is a light that shines in the darkness.

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Rosa Adato,
January 24, 2008 3:00 PM

Dear Rav Weinberg:

Keeping you close in thought and prayer. I am one of the many thousands you have enlightened with your information in the net. May Hashem grant you R'fuah Sh'lemah,and a speedy recovery. Shalom from San Diego. CA, USA.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 2:46 PM

Refuah Sh leima

I am ffb, but was inspired by Aish in a short time more than all my years in Yeshiva schools. Reb Noach must recover so he can keep doing his great work to benefit all Jews

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Jack and Stacey,
January 24, 2008 2:28 PM

Refuah Shleimah

Rav Noah,

Because of you, our children know that the Almighty loves them.

May He grant you an immediate and complete recovery so you can guide us in teaching the rest of His children that most important lesson.

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Eileen Loncarwitz,
January 24, 2008 2:21 PM

You are Blessed....

Rebbe, You have truly been an inspiration to us all... May you continue to enlighten us, with your wisdom and your words of greatness.. May you find comfort in all who care and love you...

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STANA GHEORGHE,
January 24, 2008 2:12 PM

HAKADOSH BARUH HUSHALOM ALEICHEM RABBI ISRAEL NOACH BEN HINDA

I AND MY FAMILY PRAY FOR YOU FOR REFUA SHLEIMA FOR YOR BODY BUT FIRST FOR SOUL ,,HASHEM HAIO EDNA NEFSHEHA "IEVAREH OTHA HASHEM BEHOL TOV BEHOL REFUA SHLEIMA

KOL TOV STANA GH.FROM ROMANIA

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Dogan,
January 24, 2008 2:11 PM

Refuah Shelema

Dear Rabbi,last summer we, guys from Istanbul, learnt a lot from you.. Still trying to tell people in my community what you told us in half an hour.. May Hashem make you turn back to your great yeshiva...With all my respectDogan

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Eliora,
January 24, 2008 1:47 PM

for a great man

Dear Rebbei Weinberg, Hashem cannot but smile on such a beautiful human be-ing. I am praying for you.With much love,Eliora

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yael,
January 24, 2008 1:47 PM

THANKS SO MUCH!!

Kavod Harav,Rafua shlema mehera to you, may you be healed completely with a full and fast recovry. I recently read your book "what the angel taught you" and it has helped me greatly to work on my thoughts and prayers. You have written a brilliant work that touches the core of our actions and the thoughts behind them. With prayers and gratitude, hope to hear of your fast recovery soon.

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Yoel Rubin,
January 24, 2008 1:45 PM

Dear Rebbe Noach

I a chasid from Williamsburg Brooklyn, have recently got the opportunity to listen to your lectures on Aish.com and have been truly inspired by your amazing view on life and understanding of it, I've also got a great boost in doing Kiruv work to save Jewish souls, your efforts are crossing continents and penetrating Jewish hearts and souls, we all need you to continue inspiring and guiding us along the way, the infrastructure of the International Kiruv movement is not yet complete and we need the Architect to assist us further.

May Hashem grant you a speedy recovery and many many more years of life joy and good health and lots of Nachas from your entity, may it be as the verse says: "And Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord"

I came to the rav knowing I would receive sage advice and it would come from your heart. Your answer to me is something I repeat every day and think of the great rabbi who relayed the words to me: "The Abishter wants you to be happy." I will open my heart wider to take in that lesson and may that effort serve as a zechus for the rav's complete recovery and may our Abishter bless the rav with 120 years replete with happiness. And may we witness together the greatest simcha of our redemption - soon in our days. Here's a smile for the rav of smiles!

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Yoel Rubin,
January 24, 2008 1:39 PM

Noach Ish Tzadik - We need this Godol Hador with us

Rav Noach ben Hinda should have a speedy recovery, Klal Yisroel needs him to inspire the younger generation about Torah living in general and Jewish outreach in particular, may Hashem grant him many many more sweet years of life and joy!

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Rachelli,
January 24, 2008 1:33 PM

Thank you for the inspiring and practical article. I, too, have been davening for Rabbi Weinberg, as I have a tremendous appreciation for the incredible ground-breaking work he has done on behalf of klal yisrael. My husband and I are involved in kiruv work and a lot of our inspiration and chizuk comes from Rabbi Weinberg.As far as a sincere commitment, I plan to give a class on happiness and found Rabbi Weinberg's article on happiness very instructive, and in preparing and teaching the class I plan to be mechazeik myself in that area.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 1:21 PM

Thank you for helping to make me a better person.

I live in Canada in a smaller city with a small Jewish population. There is no doubt that Aish has had a direct impact on my life. I suppose there are many contributing factors, but since first finding Aish (BTW Aish.com is my homepage and I read it almost every day and I love the podcasts plus we print weekly Torah drashas)...I have become Shomer Shabbos, eat only Kosher, and cover my hair. Obviously we are always growing and I have lots more growing to do, at the same time we sure have come a long way. B"H my children will have a better knowledge than I had growing up. Refuah Shelaimah to Harav Israel Noach Ben Hinda and Yashar Koach to all of you at Aish.

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binah,
January 24, 2008 1:18 PM

u r my homepage!

I am an ffb, but i absolutely did not even consider anyone else when setting up aish.com as my homepage.because of this page, i get to learn torah each day & each time i am on the computer.you don't even forget about us singles, including numerous articles on this topic.Yasher koach 4 all u've done & will continue to do.

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Esther,
January 24, 2008 1:09 PM

May Hashem Bless you with a long life--untill 120!

Rabbi Weinberg, you have changed thousands upon thousands of people's life! My whole life has changed due to your passion of spirit and deep love and commitment to the Jewish people! May the great kiddush Hashem which is your life stand as your merit so you should have a refuah shlema mi'shamaya bimhera, amen amen v'amen! We love you!

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Chana,
January 24, 2008 12:57 PM

Thank you for

Thank you for giving me my husband and the opportunity to work for the Jewish people for 27 years. May our efforts be a zechus for your refuah shleima. We are forever grateful for your wisdom and guidance.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 12:53 PM

Thank you

Rabbi Weinberg,We hope you have a refuah shleima! I have enjoyed your writing and speeches for years and I am in awe of how you have been able to inspire so many. Hashem should help you during this difficult time. May you have a speedy recovery!

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Rivka,
January 24, 2008 11:15 AM

Refuah Shleimah

Dear Rabbi WeinbergYou are in the Tefillos of all those I know.Your words & Ahavas Yisroel has touched all those I know!I am what's called an 'FFB', Aish & Your words have inspired me to a greater love of Klal Yisroel & I try & help a little by being involved in Kiruv too.May all this stand in your Zechus.With tears of Prayer & hope,

Rivka

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Ephraim,
January 24, 2008 11:13 AM

Refuah Shelaima

May Hashem grant you a full recovery. Thank you for changing lives.

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Yitz Greenman,
January 24, 2008 11:03 AM

Thank you for your guiding light

Rebbe, You have been my guiding light for 24 years. May that light continue to burn bright for many decades to come. Love Yitz

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Harry Pearle,
January 24, 2008 11:03 AM

48 Ways 2 Wisdom: The Book?

Adele in the comments, below mentioned Rabbi Weinberg's '48 Ways to Wisdom' tapes. I am still overwhelmed by them on tape and in writing on Aish.com. Genius! Optimism! Practice makes perfect!

I wonder if AishHaTorah has considered printing all of it as a book. I think it would also be great if all the 48 Way recordings were FREE on AishAudio.

Refuah Yisrael Noach bat Hinda

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chaya,
January 24, 2008 10:47 AM

thank you

Dear Rav. "talmidei chachamim marbim shalom baolam" and thats why we need you kvod harav.Thank you for helping me grow closer to hashem in everyway. im a frum jew and i grow more and more everyday just listening to the ravs shiurim.may Hashem send the rav a refua shleima bekarov so we could continue growing from your wisdom and ahavat hashem and torah. and so the rav could continue to fill the world with torah and mitzvot. Am yisroel needs you and we will make sure to pary for you. b"h thnk you so much rav.

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Moshe Kempinski,
January 24, 2008 10:33 AM

Refuah Shleimah

May HaShem allow all the Divine Sparks Rav Noach released in this world to join together as a healing and warm flame to bring Rav Noach back to his Spiritually powerful position and stature. He is needed by Am Yisrael as a whole.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 10:25 AM

Dear Rabbi Weinberg,Our family thanks you for the widsom you provide us via Aish.com. You contribute to our spiritual growth daily. We thank God for you and your teaching and pray for your recovery.

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Andy,
January 24, 2008 10:12 AM

a bal chesed

i spent abt a month at aish in 1980. i did not become "frum" but never ceased learning and growing jewishly.to say he awakens many thousands to hear their yaitzer tov would be an understatement.i pray for his recovery. His leadership and inspiration are a comfort when i fall and a prod to keep striving

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 10:09 AM

thank you.

I am ffb. I listen to many classes on Aish.com. I love your classes on 48 knyaei Torah. They are terrific and inspiring.hank you

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Chaya,
January 24, 2008 10:04 AM

Refuah Shlema

Though I've never met you, I have had the honor of being a part of the Aish programs and learning from its wonderful staff. Your vision and programs have changed my life immeasurably and I thank you with all of my heart. You are in my thoughts and tfilos.

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Joyce Corcia,
January 24, 2008 9:54 AM

Refuah Shelamah wishes

May Hashem grant Yisroel Noach Harav Ben Hinda a refuah shelamah. I will b'n add the name to others that I say during the Shemona Esray.I enjoy the Aish.com site so much. My thanks to Rabbi WeinbergFreida CorciaKiryat Sefer

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Yaakov in Toronto,
January 24, 2008 9:50 AM

Frum Yidden need Rav Noach too

While the focus of Aish is to reach out to the least affiliated, frum Jews can and have gained a tremendous amount from the work of Rav Noach, whether through Aish.com or Aish Rebbeim and activists that can't help but inspire even those who are already observant. Rav Noach your Ahavas Yisrael is palpable and affects us all. For this we all owe you tremendous Hakaras HaTov. Kudos to Aish.com for giving people the opportunity to convey their thanks and to wish Rav Nach a Refuah Shelaima BeKaroc B'soch She'ar Colei Yisrael.

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steven fox,
January 24, 2008 9:45 AM

be well

too many years ago while I was studying at Yeshivat Dvar Yerushalayim, I met with Rabbi Weinberg. He was kind to a scare kid not knowing where the future laid. I hope for his full recovery.

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Debby,
January 24, 2008 9:39 AM

May You Have a Refuah Shlemah

Thank you for your wisdom, courage, stories, teachings and commitment to Judaism and it's people. I have been using your tag line for many years now. "Have a beautiful day!" Every day no matter what. With all sincerity and love. Prayers are being said around the world for you and your family.

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David Lieberman,
January 24, 2008 9:26 AM

Thank you doesn't do it

Dear Rosh Yeshiva Shlit'a,

What do you say to someone who has changed not simply my lifestyle, but by reality, destiny, and eternity? On behalf of my wife and children thank you for our lives. May Hashem bless the Rabbi with an easy and swift recovery.

David Lieberman

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Chana,
January 24, 2008 9:12 AM

Thank you Rabbi

Dear Rabbi:

Your teachings through Aish.com are what lead me back to Torah and all its beautiful gifts. You have lead both myself and my family on a path of amazing discovery.May Hashem give you a full recovery. You are in our prayers.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 9:12 AM

You inspired me to devote my life to Jewish education

Rosh Yeshiva Shlit'a14 years ago whilst in Yeshiva I was a madrich on the British Fellowships and realized that this is really what life is all about. I was scared though to stay on learning and forfeit my place in law school. We had a meeting and you encouraged me that it would work out ok and that Hashem would take care of me if I strove to do the right thing.I followed your advice and b'H I've now been in kiruv/Rabbonus/Chinuch for 9 years in England.You were my inspiration and surely have a chelek.Wishing you a Refuah Sheleima bekarov, leading Klall Yisrael in Kirvas Elokim.Yasher Koichachem

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Malky,
January 24, 2008 9:08 AM

"Thank you" doesn't sound deep enough to say how incredibly thankful i am for this amazing site. The thoughtful, insightful and thought-provoking (not to mention, VERY ENTERTAINING)articles have added a dimension to my yiddishkeit. I bli neder take it upon myself to find a few moments every day to focus on Hashem's love for me and to recognize and be thankful for the gifts He bestows every second of the day. Rabbi Weinberg, I and the hundreds of thousands of others who have benefitted from your life's work, wish you a refuah shelema b'karov. May Hashem give you the strength to continue to do the amazing work you have started ad ma'a v'esrim!

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Rochelle Priel,
January 24, 2008 9:06 AM

In deep appreciation

I am truly greatful to Hashem, and to you Rabbi Weinberg for your hard work, and leadership in outreach, for without it perhaps I might have remained a secular jew alone, unguided, fearful and without a purpose for my life know to me. The learning at Aish Ha Torah in New York City has been an incredible`journey of Torah learning and simha!!It has totally changed my life from that of secular and lost, to observant and fulfilled. With always a hunger to learn and grow! With all my heart I wish you a Refuah Shalamah. You are in my Tefilla.

Forever in appreciation

Rochelle PrielN.Y.C.

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Adele Myers,
January 24, 2008 8:59 AM

Thank you Rabbi Weinberg

The first time I heard Rabbi Weinberg was when I received the tape "The 48 Ways". I listened to it over and over and over and I still have it though it is worn. I cannot tell you how much I love to hear your shiurim, see your videos, read your teachings. You have inspired me to keep reaching further. Dear Rabbi, I am davening for your Refuah Shelaimah. May you be blessed to continue teaching in good health, for many many years to come.

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Shmuel,
January 24, 2008 8:44 AM

inspiration

Rav Noach, you have been and continue to be an inspiration for us,in our lives and our work in Jewish education. Refuah Shlemah! Shmuel & Leah Bowman

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ziporah,
January 24, 2008 8:36 AM

aish was fundamental to my teshuvah

aish and the teachings of rabbi weinberg have been the fundamental driving force behind my teshuvah. yasher koach and refuah shlemah to the great rabbi. i am forever grateful for the kiruv you have done.

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dani'el kannan,
January 24, 2008 8:33 AM

thanks would never be enough for you rabbi....

my dear rabbi weinberg,

i"m not Jewish but i strongly believe in that the G_D of Abraham, isaac, jacob & joseph, the G_D of Israel....is the one true G_D, creator of heaven & earth, everything in between & beyond, from the microscopic to the cosmic, HE created them all......words are hard to describe what i have learned from what you founded, AISH.COM & how it has impacted my life....to come to Israel & visit Aish Ha Torah and You, rabbi, with my Family is a goal, G_D willing, for me achieve this 2008.....May the Almighty G_ D WHO CREATED you and me restore you to your best health so that we all may continue to receive your blessed teachings....G_D bless

sincerely,

dani'el kannan

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Sara,
January 24, 2008 8:07 AM

Aish helps all jews... even religious ones.

Thank you for all the learning I have done ever since I found Aish.Com. Please May we all be zoche to Refuos and Yeshuos and the ultimate yeshua, Bimehera Beyamenu.

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Eric Jacobson,
January 24, 2008 8:07 AM

Shalom, Health and Happiness

May the G-D of Israel grant Rabbi Weinberg vigorous health, much joy and an abundance of HaShem's Shalom. Thank you Rabbi for your efforts and teachings! I owe you much.

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Anonymous,
January 24, 2008 8:07 AM

In the zchus of the klal who needs you may you have a refuah shleima

May you have a complete refuah shleima and help keep us all guided towards our hopeful sighting of mashiach bkorov. Thank you for all your wonderful work and we can only beg that you recover quickly and painlessly to continue.

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sara,
January 24, 2008 7:40 AM

For Rabbi Noah

Aish has been an anchor for me, enabling me to explore my Judiasm.Thank you, Rabbi Noah, for your wonderful work. It is a blessing to many!

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Yehudit Kotlyar,
January 24, 2008 7:17 AM

Refuah Shleima to Rabbi Weinberg

May Hashem bring a speedy and complete recovery to Rabbi Weinberg!

Aish Ha Torah in St. Louis and this innovative, comprehensive Web page with Wall cam were vital in our family's return to Judaism. Thank you!

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Jeremy Koppel,
January 24, 2008 6:57 AM

Toda Raba

Rabbi Weinberg, thank you for all the hard work and loving commitment you have made to the Jewish people and our enlightenment. May Hashem bless you and grant you a full and speedy recovery.

Refua sh'lema,

--Jeremy

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Arielle JS Abrams,
January 24, 2008 5:16 AM

May Hashem give the good Rabbi a speedy and complete recovery!

Aish HaTorah and the Rabbi Noach Weinberg personally changed my life, giving my brother Yehoshua (may Hashem bless his memory) and me incredible spiritual and material support when we came to Jerusalem for the first time when I was 19.

I pray Hashem may give the good Rabbi a full and speedy recovery. Rabbi Weinberg, with Aish HaTorah, has done INCREDIBLE work in reaching out to Jews worldwide who needed guidance back to the Derech Hashem. He is in my thoughts and prayers.

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Dora Csordas,
January 24, 2008 4:55 AM

strength

Dear Rabbi Weinberg!

Please know, that attending lectures at Aish Yerushalaim for beginners, and reading articles on aish.com has given me so much strength in becoming observant. Now I live a frum Jewish life, and discover my place and role within the orthodoxy. Truth and light eventually shines through.I am forever grateful to You.Refua shelema:Dora

I've been striving to get more into spirituality. But it seems that every time I make some progress, I find myself slipping right back to where I started. I'm getting discouraged and feel like a failure. Can you help?

The Aish Rabbi Replies:

Spiritual slumps are a natural part of spiritual growth. There is a cycle that people go through when at times they feel closer to God and at times more distant. In the words of the Kabbalists, it is "two steps forward and one step back." So although you feel you are slipping, know that this is a natural process. The main thing is to look at your overall progress (over months or years) and be able to see how far you've come!

This is actually God's ingenious way of motivating us further. The sages compare this to teaching a baby how to walk. When the parent is holding on, the baby shrieks with delight and is under the illusion that he knows how to walk. Yet suddenly, when the parent lets go, the child panics, wobbles and may even fall.

At such times when we feel spiritually "down," that is often because God is letting go, giving us the great gift of independence. In some ways, these are the times when we can actually grow the most. For if we can move ourselves just a little bit forward, we truly acquire a level of sanctity that is ours forever.

Here is a practical tool to help pull you out of the doldrums. The Sefer HaChinuch speaks about a great principle in spiritual growth: "The external awakens the internal." This means that although we may not experience immediate feelings of closeness to God, eventually, by continuing to conduct ourselves in such a manner, this physical behavior will have an impact on our spiritual selves and will help us succeed. (A similar idea is discussed by psychologists who say: "Smile and you will feel happy.")

That is the power of Torah commandments. Even if we may not feel like giving charity or praying at this particular moment, by having a "mitzvah" obligation to do so, we are in a framework to become inspired. At that point we can infuse that act of charity or prayer with all the meaning and lift it can provide. But if we'd wait until being inspired, we might be waiting a very long time.

May the Almighty bless you with the clarity to see your progress, and may you do so with joy.

In 1940, a boatload 1,600 Jewish immigrants fleeing Hitler's ovens was denied entry into the port of Haifa; the British deported them to the island of Mauritius. At the time, the British had acceded to Arab demands and restricted Jewish immigration into Palestine. The urgent plight of European Jewry generated an "illegal" immigration movement, but the British were vigilant in denying entry. Some ships, such as the Struma, sunk and their hundreds of passengers killed.

If you seize too much, you are left with nothing. If you take less, you may retain it (Rosh Hashanah 4b).

Sometimes our appetites are insatiable; more accurately, we act as though they were insatiable. The Midrash states that a person may never be satisfied. "If he has one hundred, he wants two hundred. If he gets two hundred, he wants four hundred" (Koheles Rabbah 1:34). How often have we seen people whose insatiable desire for material wealth resulted in their losing everything, much like the gambler whose constant urge to win results in total loss.

People's bodies are finite, and their actual needs are limited. The endless pursuit for more wealth than they can use is nothing more than an elusive belief that they can live forever (Psalms 49:10).

The one part of us which is indeed infinite is our neshamah (soul), which, being of Divine origin, can crave and achieve infinity and eternity, and such craving is characteristic of spiritual growth.

How strange that we tend to give the body much more than it can possibly handle, and the neshamah so much less than it needs!